Tie the Murray's Madtom Sculpin — A Proven Bass Pattern
Ready to move beyond the basics? This intermediate fly tying kit gives you everything you need to tie 20 size 6 Madtom Sculpins in black — one of the most productive bass flies for Shenandoah Valley rivers and streams.
What's Included
- All materials to tie 20 size 6 Madtom Sculpins in black
- Step-by-step fly tying instructions
- Full material list for easy restocking
- A size 6 sample fly for reference
Where This Fly Shines
The Madtom Sculpin is designed for smallmouth bass in 3–6 feet of water over cobblestone bottoms with a medium current — particularly in the slick water just above pool tails. It's a go-to pattern when bass are holding tight to structure and feeding on bottom-dwelling baitfish.
Want to See It Tied?
Watch the Madtom Sculpin tying video on YouTube
Note: Vise, scissors, and bobbin are not included but are available separately in our fly tying tools section.