Pheasant Feathers

Feathers from pheasants are among the essential materials for fly tying, especially for nymphs and traditional patterns. The tail feathers, known as Pheasant Tail, are ideal for creating segmented bodies, thoraxes, and legs. They are known for their strength, flexibility, and subtle metallic sheen that gives flies a natural appearance underwater.

Recommended Use:

Nymphs – perfect for classic patterns, dry flies, but also for wet flies and emergers – suitable for forming legs and wings, especially when combined with CDC or dubbing to enhance movement in the water.

Tying Tips:

  • To increase body durability, we recommend reinforcing the wrapped feather with fine copper wire or a layer of lacquer.
  • Thread: use fine thread for precise segmentation.
  • Colors: besides the natural version, try dyed variants (olive, red, black) for more attractive fly patterns.

Hends Pheasant Tail PT01 – Natural

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Hends Pheasant Tail PT01 – a classic among tying materials Hends Pheasant Tail PT01 is a fundamental and extremely popular

Hends Pheasant Tail PT02 – Orange

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Hends Pheasant Tail PT02 – a classic among tying materials Hends Pheasant Tail PT02 is a fundamental and extremely popular

Hends Pheasant Tail PT06 – Yellow

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Hends Pheasant Tail PT06 – a classic among tying materials Hends Pheasant Tail PT06 is a fundamental and extremely popular

Hends Pheasant Tail PT08 – Red

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Hends Pheasant Tail PT08 – a classic among tying materials Hends Pheasant Tail PT08 is a fundamental and extremely popular

Hends Pheasant Tail PT15 – Grey

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Hends Pheasant Tail PT15 – a classic among tying materials Hends Pheasant Tail PT15 is a fundamental and extremely popular

Hends Pheasant Tail PT17 – Dark Violet

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Hends Pheasant Tail PT17 – a classic among tying materials Hends Pheasant Tail PT17 is a fundamental and extremely popular

Hends Pheasant Tail PT29 – Light Olive

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Hends Pheasant Tail PT29 – a classic among tying materials Hends Pheasant Tail PT29 is a fundamental and extremely popular

Hends Pheasant Tail PT30 – Black

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Hends Pheasant Tail PT30 – a classic among tying materials Hends Pheasant Tail PT30 is a fundamental and extremely popular

Hends Pheasant Tail PT32 – Dark Olive

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Hends Pheasant Tail PT32 – a classic among tying materials Hends Pheasant Tail PT32 is a fundamental and extremely popular