Pull hackle and fibres back with fingers before finishing the head
Pull hackle and fibres back with fingers before finishing the head
Filters
- Topic: Fly selection and tying
- Original category: Fly Tying and Materials
- Species: Trout
- Water: Not stated
- Region: Not stated
- Skill level: Beginner
Tip
Tip: Pull hackle and fibres back with fingers before finishing the head
How to do it: Sweep hackle and fibres back with fingers before finishing a head
Mistake it fixes: Finishing a head with fibres trapped forward
Why it works: Swept-back fibres give the correct profile and prevent fibres from being trapped in the head.
When it matters most: Fly tying, finishing