Keough Hackle Dry Fly Saddles #1 (1/2)

Keough Hackle Dry Fly Saddles #1 (1/2) is a cock saddle for dry-fly hackles. Feathers from the Dry Fly line are long, even and suitably stiff, allowing the tier to form a stable, regular hackle. Most feathers suit flies in sizes 12–16, while some also cover smaller 18–20 patterns.

Construction and use

The feather length allows a hackle to be wrapped around the hook with one continuous section. Firm barbs support the fly on the surface, and their even arrangement helps maintain a clean profile. For smaller patterns, select individual feathers according to hook length and intended hackle height, since sizes 18–20 occur only in part of the saddle.

• Type: Keough Hackle Dry Fly Saddles #1 (1/2) cock saddle.
• Use: Dry-fly hackles, mainly for sizes 12–16.
• Construction: Long, even and suitably stiff barbs.
• Selection: Choose individual smaller feathers for sizes 18–20.