Dette Dry Flies

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Six dry flies tied for Bill Hrinko, accompanied by a 2013 letter signed by Mary Dette on Dette Trout Flies letterhead. All are unfished, all but one are in excellent condition (one missing a feather). The letter states "Walt tied the Adams & the Delaware Adams, Winnie tied the Varient & the Lt. Cahill, Mary tied the Lt. & Dk. Caddis flies". Also included is a photo of Walt Dette and a "Dette Trout Flies Since 1928" pin.

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Dette Dry Flies

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Estimate $30-$40Apr 18, 2026, 9:00 AM EDT

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FISHING TACKLE & ANGLING AUCTION

Apr 18, 2026 9:00 AM EDT

Potsdam, NY, United States

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