Old flies from Scotland

[flyfishforfun]

My dad arrived here on holiday on Wednesday. Last night he produced a fly box, one of several that we was given, along with tying materials, reels, rods, from a good family friend. These date back probably in the 60-100 year range, but we couldn't narrow it down further. They belonged to the father of a man now in his mid 80s.

I couldn't believe the flies- the are absolute beauties! both trout and salmon flies. Even the box is a gem.

Take a look, and see what you think!

When i have more time, i'll post some better macro pics of them.

[flyfishforfun]

I'm having problems attaching images- its telling me its not a valid file type, but they are jpg files!

I've put some pics in my gallery for now.

[phearless]

Hey flyfishforfun.
Very nice score.
I believe that is a Wheatley fly box.
Beauty flies as well.
I would like to see the reels.

[flyfishforfun]

Hey phearless,

The reels are in Scotland. I'm going home for Christmas, so i'll look into it then and get back to you. If we have another fish-out from a steelhead swap, maybe i'll bring some gems along! There are several other fly boxes. My dad described one of the boxes containing dark flies on huge hooks. I wonder if they might be traditional flies like speys? Will wait and see!

[_HOOK_]

how do i see these flies and stuff? i dont see a link to the pics or anything

[knotnot]

I found them in the gallery.
Great box for the flies !
Cool patterns.
Thanks for sharing.

[_HOOK_]

ok nevermind i found them also great looking stuff for sure.