Salmonflies
Pteronarcys californica
The giant Salmonflies of the Western mountains are legendary for their proclivity to elicit consistent dry-fly action and ferocious strikes.
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This is a striking caddis larva with an interesting color pattern on the head. Here are some characteristics I was able to see under the microscope, but could not easily expose for a picture:
- The prosternal horn is present.
- The mandible is clearly toothed, not formed into a uniform scraper blade.
- The seems to be only 2 major setae on the ventral edge of the hind femur.
- Chloride epithelia seem to be absent from the dorsal side of any abdominal segments.
Based on these characteristics and the ones more easily visible from the pictures, this seems to be Grammotaulius. The key's description of the case is spot-on: "Case cylindrical, made of longitudinally arranged sedge or similar leaves," as is the description of the markings on the head, "Dorsum of head light brownish yellow with numerous discrete, small, dark spots." The spot pattern on the head is a very good match to figure 19.312 of Merritt R.W., Cummins, K.W., and Berg, M.B. (2019). The species ID is based on Grammotaulius betteni being the only species of this genus known in Washington state.
- The prosternal horn is present.
- The mandible is clearly toothed, not formed into a uniform scraper blade.
- The seems to be only 2 major setae on the ventral edge of the hind femur.
- Chloride epithelia seem to be absent from the dorsal side of any abdominal segments.
Based on these characteristics and the ones more easily visible from the pictures, this seems to be Grammotaulius. The key's description of the case is spot-on: "Case cylindrical, made of longitudinally arranged sedge or similar leaves," as is the description of the markings on the head, "Dorsum of head light brownish yellow with numerous discrete, small, dark spots." The spot pattern on the head is a very good match to figure 19.312 of Merritt R.W., Cummins, K.W., and Berg, M.B. (2019). The species ID is based on Grammotaulius betteni being the only species of this genus known in Washington state.
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BRY on Mar 17, 2011March 17th, 2011, 12:20 am EDT
HEY
I have a MARK IV model 11 that was my dads it works but I need a screw that goes on the face anybody have any suggestions not interested in getting rid of it just repair probably not even use it
I have a MARK IV model 11 that was my dads it works but I need a screw that goes on the face anybody have any suggestions not interested in getting rid of it just repair probably not even use it
BDURHAM
Falsifly on Mar 17, 2011March 17th, 2011, 11:57 am EDT
BRY,
I’m sure that Heddon used American Screw Threads falling under the inch-measuring system. There are basically four parameters that would determine the proper fastener.
From there a choice can be made as to material, say stainless, or chrome plated steel Etc. If you can take the reel to any person knowledgeable in threaded fasteners I’m sure they can tell you what you need, but finding just one may be the problem.
I’m sure that Heddon used American Screw Threads falling under the inch-measuring system. There are basically four parameters that would determine the proper fastener.
- Screw diameter
- Number of threads per inch
- Length in whole number and/or fraction of an inch
- Screw head type i.e. countersunk or protruding head. These will break down further into more specific head designs and drive type such as Slotted or Phillips.
From there a choice can be made as to material, say stainless, or chrome plated steel Etc. If you can take the reel to any person knowledgeable in threaded fasteners I’m sure they can tell you what you need, but finding just one may be the problem.
Falsifly
When asked what I just caught that monster on I showed him. He put on his magnifiers and said, "I can't believe they can see that."
When asked what I just caught that monster on I showed him. He put on his magnifiers and said, "I can't believe they can see that."
BRY on Mar 17, 2011March 17th, 2011, 2:00 pm EDT
THANKS Yeah i have been to several hardware stores and even a metal supply with know luck the biggest problem is something that small just isnt readily available its a 4 40 about an 1/8 to 3/8 maybe
BDURHAM
Entoman on Mar 21, 2011March 21st, 2011, 8:38 pm EDT
Hi BRY -
Can it be assumed the "real" value is sentimental? I have a lot of my Dad's old tackle too, and wouldn't dream of using it. It seems every time I look at the stuff I relive very pleasant memories. I don't know much about Heddon reels, but if made before at least as late as the 80's (when we still made stuff) they used American screws and I'm also pretty sure that the screws used for the frames were pretty standardized. You might be able to find an old used reel for sale and use it for parts? I doubt that you would have to get the same model for the screws to be interchangeable. Also look at Martin and Pflueger reels as well. Who knows? Maybe their screws would work. May have to spend a buck or two more, but you'll save a lot of time. Just a thought.
Best regards,
Kurt
Can it be assumed the "real" value is sentimental? I have a lot of my Dad's old tackle too, and wouldn't dream of using it. It seems every time I look at the stuff I relive very pleasant memories. I don't know much about Heddon reels, but if made before at least as late as the 80's (when we still made stuff) they used American screws and I'm also pretty sure that the screws used for the frames were pretty standardized. You might be able to find an old used reel for sale and use it for parts? I doubt that you would have to get the same model for the screws to be interchangeable. Also look at Martin and Pflueger reels as well. Who knows? Maybe their screws would work. May have to spend a buck or two more, but you'll save a lot of time. Just a thought.
Best regards,
Kurt
"It's not that I find fishing so important, it's just that I find all other endeavors of Man equally unimportant... And not nearly as much fun!" Robert Traver, Anatomy of a Fisherman
BRY on Mar 28, 2011March 28th, 2011, 11:21 am EDT
Thanks for the ideas yeah been looking for old used ones as well
BDURHAM
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