Hardy of Alnwick, Black Dose, Fully Dressed Salmon Fly 1/0 (Unused, In Original Sealed Packet, c.1960s)

Brand: Hardy of Alnwick
Item: Fully Dressed Salmon Fly. unused.
Date: Circa 1960’s
Pattern: Black Dose
Size: 1/0
In original sealed Hardy packet

A rare and highly collectible fully dressed salmon fly from Hardy of Alnwick, dating to the 1960s—an era widely regarded as the golden age of traditional fly dressing.

These exceptional flies have been authenticated in consultation with Ken Middlemist, the last surviving Hardy fly dresser. He confirms that pieces from this period were most likely tied either by himself or his esteemed colleague Tom Weatherill. During this time, Hardy’s craftsmen were considered among the finest fly dressers in the world, producing work of extraordinary precision and artistry.

Each fly is tied on high-quality hooks by trusted makers such as Partridge of Redditch or Mustad, further underscoring their authenticity and enduring quality.

Due to their historical significance and collectability, we would always recommend preserving examples in their original packets where possible.

For those interested in display or fishing use, we also offer a wide selection of loose flies of similar origin and craftsmanship, available in various patterns and sizes.

This piece forms part of the distinguished collection curated by the late Ulf Nordstrom of Gothenburg, adding further provenance and appeal.