Wapsi Soft Hackle Hen Saddle Patch
The Soft Hackle Saddle Patch by Wapsi has very soft feathers from the hen. Due to their structure, they are wonderful for nymphs, wet flies, and streamers. The advantage over cock feathers is that they are much softer and thus develop a more active action in the water. The individual feathers are not mono-colored, but slightly banded, which gives the patterns a more natural effect. Thus, when used as a hackle for nymphs, very natural-looking legs can be achieved. Also, the feathers on this saddle are perfect for worm imitations - a very successful pattern when the sandworms are swarming the Baltic Sea.
Overall, this Wapsi Soft Hackle Saddle is a universal material that has endless applications, which shouldn’t be missing from any fully stocked fly tying collection.
Wapsi, founded in 1945 on the banks of the Wapsipinicon River in Iowa by Lacy Gee, is one of the oldest companies for fly tying materials. Originally specialising in the production of artificial flies, within three decades the family business developed into one of the largest manufacturer and wholesaler of tying materials in the United States. Today, Wapsi offers an impressive variety of products for fly tiers worldwide. The range includes a wide selection of feathers, furs, dubbings, rubber legs, wires and much more. The company's clever solutions for storing tying tools and its extensive range of accessories are outstanding. Despite the high quality, Wapsi remains true to its roots and offers all products at extremely fair prices.
