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Strung Rooster Saddle 3"-6"

Strung Rooster Saddle 3"-6"

Strung rooster saddle feathers are a popular and affordable fly tying material, and the 3–6 inch length is a versatile size suitable for a wide range of patterns, including streamers, wet flies, bass bugs, and the ever-popular Woolly Bugger. Unlike higher-grade rooster saddles sold as a whole skin, "strung" saddles are simply loose feathers sewn together at the base of their quills. 
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  • Feather length: Typically 4–6 inches.

  • Notable features:
    • An ideal choice for a variety of hackle applications.
    • Black is dyed over natural, while other colors are often dyed over white for more vibrant hues.
    • Often sold in packs of approximately 1/4 ounce

    Notable features:
    • Soft, flexible stems with hackle suitable for flies in the #8 to #14 range.
    • Works well for winding (palmering) on streamers and for creating active movement in the water.
Considerations when buying

  • Uses: The 3–6 inch size is commonly used for:
    • Hackle on Woolly Buggers
    • Longer hackle collars on streamers, wet flies, bass bugs, and saltwater patterns
    • Tails and wings on larger flies
  • Quality vs. cost: Strung saddles are an economical alternative to genetic hackle saddles, which are sold as a full hide and cost significantly more. While genetic saddles have more uniform, high-quality feathers, strung saddles offer great value for tying a wide variety of workhorse patterns.
  • Dyeing: Pay attention to whether the feathers are dyed over natural or white, as this will affect the vibrancy of the color. For example, some black is dyed over natural, resulting in a deeper tone, while many other colors are dyed over white to produce a brighter finish. 
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color Black, Fluorescent Chartreuse, Kelly Green, Hot Orange, Fluorescent Yellow