Wapsi Dry Fly Neck Hackle X-Small

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Wapsi Dry Fly Neck Hackle X-Small. Genetic for dry fly hackle, great alternative to regular dry fly capes at the best value for money. Size XS is the smallest available size for the smallest of dry flies (recommended to use for size 18 and smaller). This is not the whole cap only part of the genetic cape, selected and packed by Wapsi.

Dry fly hackle refers to the long, thin feathers from the neck or saddle of a rooster that are used to tie dry flies for fly fishing. The hackle feathers are wrapped around the hook shank in a spiral fashion, creating a collar or "hackle" that helps the fly to float on the water's surface. The quality of a dry fly hackle is determined by a number of factors, including the length, stiffness, and barb density of the feathers. The best hackle feathers are typically found on roosters that have been bred specifically for fly tying, and are prized for their ability to create a natural-looking and effective fly.