| Hooks | Size 14 treble and size 8 low water |
| Thread | Brown size 6/0, and red size 6/0 for treble |
| First whip the hooks together using 12lb nylon, doubling the nylon round the treble, then whipping it firmly to front hook. Varnish both whippings with two coats | |
| Wing | Bronze mallard, folded. Do not aim for a neat wing |
| Hackle | Red game, large, two turns in front of wing |