Hareline Half Cape

Hareline Half Cape is a half cape containing a natural selection of feathers in varied lengths, widths and proportions. This format provides material from several areas of a cape, takes up little space and suits a broad range of fly-tying tasks. Individual feathers can differ in barb length, stem structure and spring, so select them for the specific fly component and its size. The selection includes feathers for hackles, wings, tails and small details.

Choosing and using the feather

Before tying in a feather, compare its barb length with the hook and assess the behaviour of the stem. Stiffer feathers form components with a defined profile, while softer examples suit wings, tails and mobile accents. Base the choice on feather width, length and spring, matching the material to the construction of the pattern.

• Format: Hareline half cape.
• Contents: A natural selection of feathers in varied sizes.
• Uses: Hackles, wings, tails and fly details.
• Selection: Assess barb length, stem and spring before removing a feather.