Tying technique: Part 3- Tying Wet Flies with Soft Hackle: Handling Long Barbs on ultra small hooks. In this video, I'll show you a simple method widely used by fly tyers for working with small and very small hooks. It's perfect for those with thicker fingers who struggle to handle delicate feather barbs. By using the "dubbing loop" technique, you can effortlessly create hackle collars for wet flies in sizes 16-18-20, as well as nymphs and emergers that require a short collar. In this video I us

Happy Red Hackle Day! 3 SCOTS were practising the destructive power of MORTARS recently in Sennybridge Wales. These awesome weapons can be fired from relative safety near buildings using sandbags, see the story here! And best enjoyed with the SOUND ON! #mortars #3scots #sennybrodge #theroyalregimentofscotland #destructive #urbanmortars #britisharmy | The Army in Scotland

TYPES OF CHICKEN FEATHERS: UNDERSTANDING THEIR LOOKS AND PURPOSE Chicken feathers aren’t just for beauty — they help with warmth, protection, and even communication. If you want to raise chickens with style or understand their body better, here’s a simple guide to the main feather types and what makes each one special. 🪶 MAIN TYPES OF CHICKEN FEATHERS 1. Hackle Feathers - Where: Around the neck - Look: Long and narrow, often shiny - Purpose: Display and protection — roosters flare them during m