What we will discuss here is what’s found on the outside of the bird—feathers! Many novice or intermediate fly tyers don’t really understand the basics, let alone the finer points, of the differences in the various feathers found on chickens and the factors that determine their appropriate uses in fly tying. Here’s some information that I hope will help.
What we will discuss here is what’s found on the outside of the bird—feathers! Many novice or intermediate fly tyers don’t really understand the basics
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Rooster Feathers Fly Tying, Saddle Hackle Fly Tying
What is Cree Hackle? - FAOL
Spey Hackle Alternatives.
Using Upland Bird Feathers for Fly Tying Patterns - Project Upland
Genetic Hackle BackYard Chickens - Learn How to Raise Chickens
Fly Tying Video: Peacock and Partridge Caddis Emerger
Top New Fly Tying Materials - Fly Fisherman
EXTERNAL ANATOMY OF CHICKENS – Small and backyard poultry
H&H Hackle Guide
Fly Fisherman Throwback: The Soft-Hackled Fly - Fly Fisherman
100 pcs/lot 11 Mixed Colors Loose Guinea Pearl Hen Feather Fowl
Fundamental Fly Tying - part 4: Materials
Outkast Tackle Chicken Hair Jig