Our Magenta Dyed Chicken Necks

 A hen's neck cape refers to the feathers taken from the neck region of a hen. These feathers are widely used for fly tying, particularly for creating soft hackles, nymphs, and wet flies due to their softer and more flexible nature than rooster's neck feathers.

 Key Features of Hen Cape Feathers for Fly Tying:

 Soft and flexible : Ideal for flies that require movement to imitate aquatic insects. Shorter barbs: Well suited to smaller flies and patterns that require a more compact profile. Natural colors: Often come in earthy tones, such as grays, browns, and creams, which mimic the natural appearance of insects.

 Common uses:

 Soft Hackle Flies: Hen feathers are perfect for collars or hackles on soft hackle patterns like Partridge and Orange or March Brown. Nymphs: Used as legs or tails on nymph patterns like the Pheasant Tail Nymph or Hare's Ear. Wet Flies: Provide the flowing, natural look that is crucial to traditional wet fly designs.

 If you need advice on tying a specific pattern using chicken cape feathers or tips on selecting high quality chicken capes, please don't hesitate to ask!