spade hackles

What Kind Of Feathers Do You Use For Fly Tying?

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Below is a general guide on common feathers used in fly tying like: CDC, turkey biots , wood duck, quills, peacock herl, pheasant tails , and so on. Can you use chicken feathers for fly tying? Just like the cdl rooster capes and Saddles, the hen pelts have various uses. The feathers can be used … Read more

What Feathers Are Used For Fly Tying?

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Below is a general guide on common feathers used in fly tying like: CDC, turkey biots , wood duck , quills, peacock herl, pheasant tails , and so on. What is a Schlappen feather? Schlappen is the center section of the saddle piece or the tail feathers Schalppen is the webbest feather and is commonly … Read more