Walt’s Worm

$3.15

A classic Euro nymph with a natural, buggy profile. The Sexy Walt’s Worm adds subtle flash for increased trout attraction. Weighted with tungsten beads, barbless jig hooks, and hand-tied to order. Fulfillment may take up to one month.

Description

Walt’s Worm & Sexy Walt’s Worm

The Walt’s Worm isn’t the flashiest fly in your box—but trout love it. Add a touch of tinsel, and it becomes the Sexy Walt’s Worm, adding extra flash while keeping its natural, buggy appeal. Designed for Euro nymphing and tightline tactics, this fly is a go-to for both wild and stocked trout.


Why It Works

Tied in Central Pennsylvania by Walt Young in the 1980s, the Walt’s Worm has a long history as a reliable trout catcher. It imitates a variety of aquatic food sources. The Sexy Walt’s Worm keeps that natural look but adds a subtle sparkle to attract selective fish. Trout respond to the shape, color contrast, and natural movement. Flash isn’t required—but it helps.


Fast Sink, Full Control

Tied on competition-grade jig hooks and weighted with tungsten beads, this fly sinks quickly and drifts naturally. Choose from 2.4 mm, 2.8 mm, or 3.2 mm beads to adjust depth and speed. This lets you control every drift, no matter the current.


Versatile Across Waters and Seasons

The Walt’s Worm works in small creeks and large limestone streams. Tie it in olive, ginger, tan, or custom blends to match local hatches. Use it as a point fly, tandem rig dropper, or micro dropper behind a dry fly. It’s effective in nearly all conditions.


Durable and Consistent

The brushed, buggy body with high-quality dubbing holds up to multiple strikes and rough water. Properly tied, this fly is as reliable as it is effective.

Bring this staple Euro nymph pattern into your fly box and fish it with confidence.


Materials

  • Hook: Barbless Jig Hook

  • Bead: Tungsten (2.4 mm, 2.8 mm, 3.2 mm)

  • Body/Thread: Hare’s Ear Dubbing

  • Ribbing: Opal Tinsel & Thread


Custom Tie Process

All Walt’s Worms are tied to order. After your order is placed, I start crafting your flies and provide an update on your place in the queue. Orders are fulfilled as quickly as possible. Depending on volume, it may take up to 1 month. Smaller orders often ship sooner. Each fly is carefully tied for uniformity, durability, and effectiveness.

Additional information

Style

Walt's Worm, Sexy Walt's Worm

Hook Size

12, 14, 16, 18

Bead Size

3.2 mm, 2.8 mm, 2.4 mm

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