Upavon Chadwicks 477 Substitute Yarn

For those of your who know of the magical Chadwisck’s 477 colour yarn and it’s importance as the main ingredient in Sawyer’s Killer Bug, you’ll be thrilled to know that the new Upavon Chadwicks 477 Substitute is the closes thing we have come across to the original, and now almost extinct yarn.

Upavon by name, Avon by nature. Born on the banks of the River Avon, the team at Upavon have developed this Chadwick’s 477 substitute as close as possible to the original material used by the legendary Frank Sawyer. Traditionally used to tie Sawyer’s Killer Bug, this woollen yarn is equally effective on emergers and nymphs. The translucent buggy effect makes for an excellent natural looking material for nymphs, dries and emerger patterns.

At least 1 metre per pack
Presented on reusable yarn winder

Upavon Fly Fishing® are a global brand and fly fishing supplies company who design and manufacture high quality, unique products from raw materials. The majority of our Upavon branded fly fishing products are designed and manufactured in the UK; ensuring genuine quality control, supporting local businesses and reducing our carbon footprint.

Of course, if you want to create all sorts of natural looking streamer fly patterns, then our ever growing range of natural hairs and furs is the ideal place to start for something different to the synthetic option. Don’t just settle on looking in the Hare & Rabbit category when you’re chasing quality winging and body furs, check out the Specialty Species Category of the Troutlore Flytying Store as well. Plus, we keep a great selection of Calf and Bucktail as well, in a big range of colours to take care of your freshwater and saltwater flytying needs. If you can’t find a product you are specifically looking for, get in touch and we will see if it can be sourced, and kept in stock. Plus, you can keep up to date with new releases through our newsletter and social media outlets.