Never pull married wings; always clip them cleanly, since pulling messes them up
Never pull married wings; always clip them cleanly, since pulling messes them up
Filters
- Topic: Fly selection and tying
- Original category: Fly Tying and Materials
- Species: Steelhead
- Water: Not stated
- Region: Not stated
- Skill level: Advanced
Tip
Tip: Never pull married wings; always clip them cleanly, since pulling messes them up
How to do it: Clip married wings cleanly, never pull them
Mistake it fixes: Pulling married wings
Why it works: Pulling married wings disrupts their alignment and structure. Clipping preserves them.
When it matters most: Fly tying, married wings