Whiting 1/2 Saddle Silver, Whiting Silver 1/2 Saddle - Whiting Farms is the leading producer of premium genetic hackle for the flytyer The feather characteristics include long supple feathers and dense barbs which makes for easier tying and better final results The grading system has to do with the numbers of feathers per saddle so the higher the grade the more feathers Capes provide a wide range of feather sizes and work well for folks looking to tie a variety of fly sizes and the overall feather length is generally good for one finished fly. The 1/2 Cape is just what it sounds like a full cape cut in 1/2, a good choice for the occasional tyer and new fly tyers that are trying to build up their feathers to cover a wide range of needs. Narrow range of hook sizes, longer, uniform feather-good for dry fly hackle.
