Custom Trout Flies

    Creating the right fly for the right time on the right river.

    We apply the finest craftsmanship and care for every fly we tie. I primarily hand-tie for midwestern seasonal patterns within the US.

    No. My most preferred process when it comes to a custom fly order is a discussion with the fisherman including them in the design. That being said, many of my fly orders begin with one sample before the actual order is completed. So the minimum custom order begins with either a photo or an actual sample for approval.
    Yes. I can tie virtually any trout fly you throw my way. If you have a pattern in mind that you do not see below, feel free to give me a call to discuss.

    It depends. I have completed orders anywhere from 1 up to 100. Ultimately, if it’s a good match I’m willing to produce as many as you’d like. On larger quantities, understand I may need more lead time, so plan ahead for your prime fly fishing season. And I’m open to producing annual sets of flies on-going if that is something you are interested in.

    In the event that you’re bulk order is outside of my wheelhouse and you are looking for more high volume production type of fly, I’ll connect you with my friends over at ReelFlyRod. I help out in the shop tying flies and educating customers on flies and gear from time-to-time.

    For sure! If you know in advance of the types of flies you’ll be fly fishing with throughout the year, I’m happy to plan a package annually. We can always adjust the package based on how well certain flies perform and the changes of the environments you are in.

    – FEATURED PATTERNS –

    These are fly patterns that I’m tying a lot of currently. They do rotate through the year based on seasons and personal interest. That said, I will tie any pattern no matter the season or location. For a full listing of standard flies see Seasonal Fly Patterns below. Prices range from $2-$6 each. If you are interested in discussing options, give me a call and we can discuss!

    Jassid Beetle

    Buck's Beetle

    Cuda’s Deer Fly

    Cuda’s Deer Fly

    Ice Tan Caddis

    Ice Tan Caddis

    Jassid Beetle

    Jassid Beetle

    Rusty’s Thrasher

    Rusty’s Thrasher

    Polar Ant

    Polar Ant

    – CUSTOM FLY PATTERNS –

    I specialize in custom hand-tied trout flies. Though I have many go-to patterns, I will challenge myself to tie any trout fly for any season on any river. I only tie with the finest quality materials. Below is a snapshot of what I’d be looking to discuss in order to create a custom pattern for you. For a full case study check out “Custom Fly: Big Horn River in Montana.”

    River

    What kind of river (Freestone, Tailwater, Spring Creek, Lake)? Location and destination?

    Bugs

    What kind of insects are being observed on and around the water? The time of year will predominantly influence this.

    Season

    More than anything, time of the year dictates what bugs you will encounter either hatching or splashing and what the trout are searching for to eat.

    Color

    Nature imitating nature. When choosing patterns, I use natural materials whenever possible.

    Size

    Matters! Matching what size of bug the trout is searching for and eating is critical to your success.

    Stage

    Stage makes a difference. Time of the day usually dictates what pattern or stage appears most natural and vulnerable.

    Call me to discuss at 937-929-9581.

    – SEASONAL FLY PATTERNS –

    Below is a full list of my standard patterns based off midwestern seasons. Prices range from $2 – $6 each. If you are interested in a custom trout fly, let’s discuss. I’m ready for a good challenge!

    Spring

    MAYFLY
    Two Quill Gordon flies stuck to a cork
    Quill Gordon
    Fancy gordon hooked into a cork
    Fancy Gordon
    Parachute adams mayfly hooked into a cork
    Parachute Adams
    Thorax dun hooked into a cork
    Thorax Dun: Hendrickson, Sulfur, Olive & PMD
    Polar cripple dun hooked into a cork
    Polar Cripple Dun: Hendrickson, Sulfur, Olive & PMD
    Polar cripple spinner mayfly hooked into a cork
    Polar Cripple Spinner
    CDC comparadun hooked into a cork
    CDC Comparadun
    Klinkhammer emerger hooked into a cork
    Klinkhammer Emerger: Hendrickson, Sulfur, Olive, PMD & Pheasant Tail
    CDC emerger hooked into a cork
    CDC Emerger
    CADDIS
    Two polar parachute caddis hooked into a cork
    Polar Parachute: Black, Tan, Olive & Caddis Green
    Elk river caddis hooked into a cork
    Kings River Caddis
    Elk hair caddis hooked into a cork
    Elk Hair Caddis

    Summer

    MAYFLY
    Original & Parachute Adams Mayfly
    Adams: Original & Parachute
    Four polar cripple dun mayflies hooked into a cork
    Polar Cripple Dun: Brown Drake, Slate Drake, Green Drake, Gray Drake, Cream Cahill, Light Cahill, Hex, Olive & White Fly
    Klinkhammer emerger hooked into a cork
    Klinkhammer Emerger: Pheasant Tail & Peacock
    CADDIS
    Four polar parachute hooked into a cork
    Polar Parachute: Black, Tan, Olive & Caddis Green
    Elk river caddis hooked into a cork
    Kings River Caddis
    TERRESTRIAL
    deer hair beetle hooked into a cork
    Deer Hair Beetle
    Polar ant hooked into a cork
    Polar Ant
    Griffins gnat hooked into a cork
    Griffins Gnat
    Deer fly hooked into a cork
    Deer Fly
    Mattress thrasher hooked into a cork
    Mattress Thrasher
    Jassid beetle hooked into a cork
    Jassid Beetle
    Yellow hammer hooked into a cork
    Yellow Hammer
    Sheep fly hooked into a cork
    Sheep Fly
    STONEFLY
    Yellow sally hooked into a cork
    Yellow Sally
    Early Black Stonefly
    Early Black

    Fall & Winter

    MAYFLY
    Thorax dun hooked into a cork
    Thorax Dun: BWO
    Polar cripple mayfly hooked into a cork
    Polar Cripple: BWO
    CADDIS
    Two caddis polar parachute hooked into a cork
    Polar Parachute: Tan & Cinnamon
    Caddis with legs hooked into a cork
    Caddis with Legs
    STREAMER
    Rustys matuka hooked into a cork
    Rusty’s Matuka: Olive, Black, Yellow & Natural
    Woolly bugger hooked into a cork
    Woolly Bugger: Olive, Black & White
    NYMPH & LARVAE
    Four CDC caddis larvae hooked into a cork
    Caddis Larvae
    Jungle cock nymph hooked into a cork
    Jungle Cock Nymph
    Kingfisher nymph hooked into a cork
    Kingfisher Nymph
    Pheasant tail nymph hooked into a cork
    Pheasant Tail
    Prince nymph hooked into a cork
    Prince Nymph
    Tellico nymph hooked into a cork
    Tellico Nymph

    – TESTIMONIALS –

    I have had many opportunities to fish with Greg’s flies and I would rank his quality with the best tiers in the country. If I still operated my fly shop, I would not hesitate to stand behind his flies and would proudly sell them in my shop.
    Tom Frick
    As a General Manager and Head Guide of ReelFlyRod Outfitters, our shop is expected to deliver the best in quality to our fly fishing clients. Morrett's flies deliver the best in quality, durability, and matching the hatch. When a subtle brown is sipping a cripple on a crystal clear stream, a Morrett fly will only be tied on my leader!
    Matt “Parker”
    My passion is to match hatching flies and primarily fish dry flies. I have come to Greg on numerous occasions with some wild idea about a size, color, or appearance of something I saw on the stream. He continues to amaze me with his creations that match the hatches in my head.
    Tom Frick
    I have watched Greg tie flies for 20 years and I continue to be amazed at how meticulous he is with creating even the tiniest details of each fly. They are all miniature, unique and beautiful, impressionistic pieces of art.
    Melanie Morrett

    – LATEST JOURNAL ENTRIES –

    Fly fisherman fishing in a stream

    A Year in the Life: Part Two

    June 7, 2023
    Me reach casting upstream in a wild mountain stream.

    A Year in the Life: Part One

    February 21, 2023
    Samples of Halladay's Michigan Trout Flies

    Custom Fly Case Study: Unraveling the Mystery

    August 3, 2022