Fold feather stems back before trimming to lock them in place
Fold feather stems back before trimming to lock them in place
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: Fold feather stems back before trimming to lock them in place
How to do it: Fold feather stems back before trimming to lock them
Mistake it fixes: Trimming feather stems without folding them back
Why it works: Folding stems back locks them under thread, preventing them from pulling out.
When it matters most: Fly tying, feathers