Straighten hackle fibres by palmering from the tip before tying in
Straighten hackle fibres by palmering from the tip before tying in
Filters
- Topic: Fly selection and tying
- Original category: Fly Tying and Materials
- Species: Trout
- Water: Not stated
- Region: Not stated
- Skill level: Intermediate
Tip
Tip: Straighten hackle fibres by palmering from the tip before tying in
How to do it: Palmer hackle from the tip to straighten fibres before tie-in
Mistake it fixes: Tying in hackle with bent, unstraightened fibres
Why it works: Palmering from the tip straightens fibres, giving even hackle wrapping.
When it matters most: Fly tying, hackle