The TMC226BL has been upgraded to a large compatible wire size with many fans of the unique curved shank. The balance of the shank and the gape is also revised as the wire size changes. This model was coveted by Henleys Fork Rene Halop, and the hook collar also adopts a standard bronze finish. The unique organic bends not only match the hatch match pattern, but also the hook can be matched with fishing flies and keel patterns. 1XF equivalent. Caddis pupa & larva, Floating nymph, Emerger, Soft Hackle, Keel nymph, Parachute, U/E, IXF, Organic bend, Barbless, Bronze.