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Copper JohnNymphbeginner

Southwest & California

Copper John

$4.50

Available Sizes14-20
Color Variations
copperredchartreuseblack

When you need to get deep and stay deep, accept no substitutes. This fly doesn't mess around with buoyancy.

Quick Facts

TypeNymph
Difficultybeginner
SeasonsSpring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Target SpeciesRainbow Trout, Brown Trout
Sizes14-20
Best LocationsTruckee River, CA; East Walker River, CA; Pyramid Lake, NV

Where to Fish It

Truckee River

CA · Freestone River

East Walker River

CA · Freestone River

Pyramid Lake

NV · Lake

Map unavailable. Locations for Copper John: Truckee River, CA; East Walker River, CA; Pyramid Lake, NV

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