Partridge - Trout Taper, Size 6

Rare Vintage Partridge of Redditch "Trout Taper" Blind Eye Hooks – Size 6

A Museum-Quality Find for the Traditional Fly Tier and Tackle Collector.

Offered here is an exceptional piece of angling history: original Partridge of Redditch "Trout Taper" blind eye hooks from the early 20th century (circa 1910–1920). These hooks represent the pinnacle of English hook-making from the "Golden Age" of Redditch manufacturing.

The "Blind Eye" Tradition

Before the universal adoption of the eyed hook, the world’s finest flies were dressed on "blind" irons. These hooks feature a beautifully executed tapered shank, designed specifically to allow a silk-gut loop to be whipped onto the head with zero added bulk. The result is a fly with a slim, elegant profile and a more natural "hinged" movement in the water.

Product Details

• Brand: Partridge of Redditch (Hand-stamped parchment packet)
• Model: Trout Taper (Eyeless/Blind)
• Size: 6
• Finish: Original deep bronzed lacquer
• Bend: Classic forged Round Bend
• Era: Early 1900s
• Condition: Vintage condition - could show signs of age.

Why Collect or Tie on These?

• Historical Authenticity: Ideal for tiers specializing in North Country Spiders, classic wet flies, or recreating the patterns of Halford, Skues, or Pritt exactly as they were fished over a century ago.
• Metallurgy: Forged from high-carbon steel, these hooks offer a strength-to-weight ratio and a "spring" that modern mass-produced hooks rarely replicate.
• Investment: Original Partridge parchment packets are increasingly rare, especially in trout sizes, making this a staple for any serious tackle collection.

Historian's Note: "These are not just hooks; they are artifacts. Tying on a blind-eye iron is a rite of passage for any serious student of the craft, connecting you directly to the hands of the masters from a hundred years ago."