Riñón Gallo de León Indio (Bronze)
Original Coq de Leon Fly Tying Feathers from SpainThese original Gallo de León Indio feathers from Javier Escanciano originate from the traditional breeding region of Boñar in León, Spain. Highly regarded by fly tiers, these premium natural feathers are particularly suitable for tying nymphs and dry flies.Javier Escanciano is dedicated to preserving the traditional Gallo de León rooster breeds. Each feather is carefully selected by hand and sorted according to quality.Indio de León feathers feature natural colours and fine, flexible fibres. They are especially popular for creating realistic nymph tails and are also excellent for wings and delicate details on a wide range of fly patterns.Available in Three Natural ColoursIndio White: Light, whitish to slightly yellowish feathers. Ideal for light-coloured nymphs and subtle fly patterns.Indio Steely Light: Light steel-grey feathers for natural-looking nymph tails and delicate fly tying applications.Indio Steely Dark: Dark steel-grey feathers for nymphs, darker fly patterns and contrasting details.Product FeaturesOriginal Gallo de León Indio feathers from SpainTraditional rooster breed from Boñar, LeónHand-selected natural feathers by Javier EscancianoFine, flexible fibres for realistic nymph tailsSuitable for nymphs, dry flies and other fly patternsColours: White, Steely Light and Steely DarkQuality: BronzeContents: 12 feathers per packGallo de León, also known as Coq de León, refers to two traditional Spanish rooster breeds: Pardo de León and Indio de León. These feathers belong to the Indio de León variety.
Coq de Leon Pardo Short Saddle (Silver Grade)
Gallo de León Pardo Short Saddle – Coq de León Feathers (Silver Grade)Original Gallo de León Pardo Short Saddle feathers, also known as Coq de León feathers, originate from the traditional breeding region of León in Spain. Their distinctive natural speckling, fine feather fibres and warm natural colours make them a premium fly tying material.Carefully selected by Javier Escanciano, these saddle feathers are classified as Silver Grade. They are particularly suitable for tying wet flies, nymphs, traditional fly patterns and smaller streamers.Versatile Coq de León Feathers for Fly TyingUnlike traditional Gallo de León back feathers, which are commonly used for nymph tails, Short Saddle feathers offer additional fly tying applications. They are suitable for tying in whole feathers, creating body wraps, wings and collars on various fly patterns.The naturally speckled Pardo feathers add subtle colour variation and realistic detail to artificial flies. These characteristics are particularly attractive for traditional wet flies and natural-looking fly patterns.Available in Three Natural Pardo ColoursPardo Golden Medium: Golden-brown natural feathers with dark speckling. Ideal for wet flies, nymphs and traditional patterns in warm brown shades.Pardo Corzuno Light: Lighter natural feathers with distinctive dark markings. Excellent for lighter and contrasting fly patterns.Pardo Corzuno Medium: Medium brown and grey natural tones with characteristic speckling. Versatile for wet flies, nymphs and smaller streamers.Product FeaturesOriginal Gallo de León Pardo / Coq de León feathersTraditional origin from León, SpainSelected Short Saddle feathersQuality grade: Silver GradeDistinctive natural speckled markingsFine feather fibres with natural colour variationSuitable for wet flies, nymphs and streamersQuality: Silver GradeColours: Pardo Golden Medium, Pardo Corzuno Light and Pardo Corzuno MediumFly Tying Tip: Coq de León Short Saddle feathers are an excellent addition to traditional Pardo back feathers. While back feather fibres are commonly used for nymph tails, saddle feathers offer further possibilities for bodies, wings and collars.
Gallo de León Pardo (Coq de Leon) Feathers
Gallo de León Pardo – Original Coq de León Fly Tying FeathersOriginal Gallo de León Pardo feathers, also known as Coq de León (CDL) feathers, are among the classic natural materials used in fly tying. Their distinctive natural speckling and long, resilient fibres make them especially popular for tying realistic nymph tails and dry flies.These premium Coq de León feathers originate from the traditional breeding region of Boñar in León, Spain. Javier Escanciano is dedicated to preserving the original Gallo de León rooster breeds. The feathers are carefully hand-selected and graded for quality.Why Coq de León Feathers Are Popular with Fly TiersCoq de León Pardo feathers are particularly valued for nymph fly tying. Their naturally speckled fibres create realistic, finely detailed tails. The fibres combine flexibility and strength, making them easy to handle and tie in precisely.These feathers are also excellent for dry fly tails, adding a natural appearance to both traditional and modern fly patterns.Available in Two Natural Pardo Colour MixesPardo Golden Light+Medium Mix: A selection of light to medium golden-brown natural shades. Ideal for lighter nymphs, mayfly imitations and dry flies. The pack contains 6 Light Pardo and 6 Medium Pardo feathers.Pardo Corzuno Medium+Dark Mix: A selection of medium to darker natural shades with distinctive markings. Particularly suitable for darker nymphs and natural-looking fly patterns. The pack contains 6 Medium Pardo and 6 Dark Pardo feathers.Product FeaturesOriginal Gallo de León Pardo (Coq de León) feathers from SpainTraditional origin from Boñar, LeónHand-selected natural feathers by Javier EscancianoDistinctive natural speckled markingsFine, flexible and resilient fibresIdeal for nymph tails and dry fly tailsTwo colour mixes: Golden Light+Medium Pardo and Corzuno Medium+Dark PardoQuality: Wing Grade (Bronze/Silber Grade Mix)Contents: 12 feathers per pack (6 feathers per color)Good to know: Gallo de León, internationally known as Coq de León, refers to two traditional Spanish rooster breeds: Pardo de León and Indio de León. These Pardo feathers are particularly valued for their distinctive natural speckling.
Bird Fur
The Whiting Birf Fur hackles are almost similar to the spey hackles. The bird fur hackles have a higher fiber density. Thus the hackles can be used to baitfish streamer and tails. Also seatrout and perch streamers can be tied with bird fur. Additionally bird fur has better availability than Spey Hackle rooster capes. Shrimp patterns can be tied as well. We have selected some great colours for you!
Hebert Miner 1/2 Cape (bronce)
Natural color dry fly hackle with a size range of 8 to 20 on the capes. Great hackle if you are wanting to tie the most natural looking flies. About Whiting Farms:The mission of Whiting Farms is to produce the highest quality, value and selection of feathers for the fly tiers of the world. Whiting Farms has many genetic lines that provide a lot of different products for the discriminating fly tier. Each line is bred for a specific tying purpose covering fresh and saltwater flies. Whiting Farms has the best selection of dry fly, wet fly, saltwater and streamer hackle for the best tying creations.
CDL Predator Pack (Quality silver)
Quite possibly the most versatile of the Whiting products. Create dry fly and nymph tails, wooly bugger collars, large dry fly hackle…the possibilities are endless. You can tie fantastic big fish streamers with this fantastic Whiting Coq de Leon Saddles "silver"-Quality. You receive 2 x 1/2 saddles. Additionally you can tie sea trout or Steelhead Flies with it. The hackles are speckled by nature and are very soft and agile in the water. They move very tempting in the water. About Whiting Farms:The mission of Whiting Farms is to produce the highest quality, value and selection of feathers for the fly tiers of the world. Whiting Farms has many genetic lines that provide a lot of different products for the discriminating fly tier. Each line is bred for a specific tying purpose covering fresh and saltwater flies. Whiting Farms has the best selection of dry fly, wet fly, saltwater and streamer hackle for the best tying creations.
Coq de Leon Cape
Ideal feathers for tying wet flies, nymphs and dry flies. They are also perfekt for tying sea trout flies for the coast. These feathers have a beautiful pattern. They are ideal for tying wet flies, nymphs and dry flies. About Whiting Farms:The mission of Whiting Farms is to produce the highest quality, value and selection of feathers for the fly tiers of the world. Whiting Farms has many genetic lines that provide a lot of different products for the discriminating fly tier. Each line is bred for a specific tying purpose covering fresh and saltwater flies. Whiting Farms has the best selection of dry fly, wet fly, saltwater and streamer hackle for the best tying creations.
High & Dry 1/2 Saddle
The hackles of these saddles are ideal for tying large dry flies or as attractive stimulating feathers in large streamer patterns. About Whiting Farms:The mission of Whiting Farms is to produce the highest quality, value and selection of feathers for the fly tiers of the world. Whiting Farms has many genetic lines that provide a lot of different products for the discriminating fly tier. Each line is bred for a specific tying purpose covering fresh and saltwater flies. Whiting Farms has the best selection of dry fly, wet fly, saltwater and streamer hackle for the best tying creations.
American Hackle XL 1/2 Cape
Tom Whiting and Whiting Farms have done it again: The company that are responsible for the most sought after dry fly hackles available, have now produced another series of excellent capes that will stun wet, nymph and streamer fly tiers across the world. These feathers are wide, long, have a stiff quill, dense barb and rounded tips. The genetic line of the birds used for these capes originated in the U.S.A. Content: 1/2 Cape Whiting American Hackle XL Supreme quality hackles for nymphs, wet flies and streamers.
Coq de Leon Saddle (Quality silver)
Whiting Coq de Leon Saddle, Silver Quality Quite possibly the most versatile of the Whiting products. Create dry fly and nymph tails, wooly bugger collars, large dry fly hackle…the possibilities are endless. The larger feathers are perfect for predator streamers or Seatrout flies. The smaller ones can be used for tails of nymphs and dries.Especially all the streamers guys will be extrmely happy with this product. Either you can tie e.g. seatrout flies with the hackle wrapped around the shank. Then you have beautiful shrimp patterns as the result. Or out take the full hackle and use it for fantastic looking predator patterns / pike patterns. The action on the water of those fibres is nice and the offered colours are perfect for every predator fishermen. Have fun tying!'Quality: Silver (this means you have a special amount of very long hackles with this saddle)
CDL Hen Saddle
These wonderful soft hackles are perfect for nymph tails, legs, wet fly hackles and streamer flanks. The patterning is unique and imitates the insects perfectly. These feathers are also becoming increasingly popular in sea trout and salmon flies. About Whiting Farms:The mission of Whiting Farms is to produce the highest quality, value and selection of feathers for the fly tiers of the world. Whiting Farms has many genetic lines that provide a lot of different products for the discriminating fly tier. Each line is bred for a specific tying purpose covering fresh and saltwater flies. Whiting Farms has the best selection of dry fly, wet fly, saltwater and streamer hackle for the best tying creations.
Coq de Leon Saddle (bronce Quality)
Quite possibly the most versatile of the Whiting products. Create dry fly and nymph tails, wooly bugger collars, large dry fly hackle…the possibilities are endless. The larger feathers are perfect for predator streamers or Seatrout flies. The smaller ones can be used for tails of nymphs and dries. Especially all the streamers guys will be extrmely happy with this product. Either you can tie e.g. seatrout flies with the hackle wrapped around the shank. Then you have beautiful shrimp patterns as the result.Or out take the full hackle and use it for fantastic looking predator patterns / pike patterns. The action on the water of those fibres is nice and the offered colours are perfect for every predator fishermen. Have fun tying! 'Quality: Bronce About Whiting Farms:The mission of Whiting Farms is to produce the highest quality, value and selection of feathers for the fly tiers of the world. Whiting Farms has many genetic lines that provide a lot of different products for the discriminating fly tier. Each line is bred for a specific tying purpose covering fresh and saltwater flies. Whiting Farms has the best selection of dry fly, wet fly, saltwater and streamer hackle for the best tying creations.
Soft Hackle Chickabou
Due to its versatility this is the most popular cape in the USA. The soft Chick-a-bou feathers can be used for wet flies, streamers or saltwater patterns.
Cape (bronce Quality)
The Bronze Quality Cape is a reliable natural material for fly tyers who value versatility, consistency, and controlled stiffness. The medium-firm hackles are easy to handle and well suited for tying a wide range of classic dry-fly patterns as well as modern interpretations.Thanks to the balanced combination of color density and flexibility, this cape produces dry flies with a clean silhouette and dependable flotation. The generous feather yield allows you to tie numerous flies in different hook sizes from a single cape, ensuring excellent material efficiency and long-term value.Subtle natural color nuances help create realistic and harmonious patterns—from delicate mayfly imitations to proven attractor designs. This Bronze Quality cape is an excellent choice for dedicated fly tyers looking for dependable performance and broad application possibilities at the tying bench.
Schlappen
Schlappen feathers are a versatile fly-tying material for tyers who value movement, structure, and creative freedom. With their balanced length and suitable stiffness, these feathers can be used for a wide variety of patterns—from classic streamers and bugger flies to effective wet flies and modern custom designs.Thanks to their fine fiber structure, Schlappen feathers are easy to handle at the tying bench. The soft barbs create an attractive, lifelike motion in the water, while the stable quill allows for controlled wrapping and clean fly profiles. This combination makes the material suitable for both expressive and precisely shaped patterns.Another key advantage is the high material yield. One pack of Schlappen feathers allows you to tie many flies in different sizes, making it an efficient choice for tyers who regularly restock their fly boxes or experiment with new patterns. The natural color tones blend seamlessly into a wide range of designs and give finished flies a realistic, convincing appearance.Whether you are a beginner or an experienced fly tyer, Schlappen feathers provide reliable quality, versatility, and professional results for your fly-tying projects.
Cape (silver Quality)
Cape (silver Quality)This Silver Grade Cape is a premium natural material designed for fly tyers who demand precision, consistency, and excellent flotation. The cape features dense, stiff hackles with a well-defined stem structure, making it ideal for tying high-performance dry flies with a clean silhouette and reliable buoyancy.Thanks to the uniform feather quality, a wide range of hook sizes—approximately sizes 10 to 22—can be tied efficiently from a single cape. Compared to lower grades, the Silver quality offers a higher usable feather yield allowing for more flies per cape and improved value over time.The naturally balanced colors and fine fiber structure provide excellent versatility for both classic and modern dry-fly patterns. Whether you are tying precise mayfly imitations or attractor patterns, this Silver Grade cape delivers consistent tying results, strong flotation, and long-lasting performance at the vise.An excellent choice for ambitious fly tyers looking for dependable quality and professional results.
1/2 Saddle (bronce Quality)
The Whiting 1/2 Saddle in Bronze Quality is a high-quality fly-tying material designed for fly tyers who value consistent structure, versatility, and efficient material usage. This half saddle provides a selection of medium-firm, evenly developed hackle feathers, making it ideal for tying a wide range of dry-fly patterns.The feathers offer a comfortable length and balanced stiffness, allowing for precise wrapping at the vise while ensuring a stable and natural presentation on the water. Bronze Quality hackles support reliable flotation and subtle surface movement, helping your flies perform effectively under various fishing conditions.With this half saddle, you can tie numerous patterns in different hook sizes—typically ranging from size 8 to 18. The natural color tones blend seamlessly into many established dry-fly designs and custom creations. At the same time, the high feather yield ensures excellent efficiency, making this half saddle an economical choice for regular fly tying.Whether you are tying classic mayfly imitations, proven attractor patterns, or your own designs, the Whiting 1/2 Saddle Bronze Quality offers dependable performance, versatile application, and consistent results at the tying bench.
Bugger Pack
The Bugger Pack is a high-quality fly-tying material designed for tyers who want to create versatile and dynamic patterns such as streamers, Woolly Buggers, and other bugger-style flies. The pack contains carefully selected long, flexible feathers that are easy to handle at the vise and well suited for a wide range of tying techniques.Thanks to their balanced structure, the feathers allow smooth wrapping and support a natural, lively movement in the water, which is essential for effective streamer and bugger patterns. This makes the Bugger Pack suitable not only for classic designs but also for creative custom flies.With its combination of high material yield, attractive color options, and reliable quality, the Bugger Pack enables you to tie flies in various sizes and styles, adapted to different fish species and water conditions. An excellent addition to any tying bench—ideal for both dedicated beginners and experienced fly tyers looking to expand their fly boxes.
Combo Starter
The Combo Starter Set – 2 × 1/2 Capes is the perfect introduction to high-quality hackle materials for fly tyers of all experience levels. This set includes two half capes in different color tones, giving you flexibility and variety right from the start.Ideal for tying classic dry flies, emergers, and refined patterns, the balanced feather structure supports precise handling and clean hackle wraps at the vise. The combination of two half capes allows you to experiment with different color concepts while building a solid material base for a wide range of fly designs.Whether you are just starting out in fly tying or looking to expand your existing material collection, this combo set offers reliable quality, practical versatility, and excellent material efficiency for productive and enjoyable tying sessions.Key FeaturesStarter combo with two half capes – ideal for beginners and advanced fly tyersDifferent color tones for versatile pattern combinationsHigh-quality hackle structure for clean wrapping and consistent resultsVersatile application for dry flies, emergers, and classic patternsHigh feather yield – many flies can be tied from each half capeA practical and cost-effective addition to any fly-tying bench
1/2 Cape (bronce Quality)
The Whiting 1/2 Cape in Bronze Quality is a premium fly-tying material designed for fly tyers who value reliable performance, versatility, and consistent handling. This half cape features medium-firm, well-structured hackle feathers that are ideal for tying a wide variety of dry-fly patterns.Thanks to the balanced combination of hackle stiffness and flexibility, the feathers wrap smoothly around the hook shank and help create clean, stable fly profiles. The medium firmness supports dependable flotation and a natural presentation on the water, making this cape suitable for both classic and modern dry-fly designs.With a generous feather yield, the Whiting 1/2 Bronze Quality cape allows you to tie many flies in different hook sizes — typically from size 8 to 18 — using a single half cape. The natural bronze-toned color variations enhance realism and blend well with a wide range of established fly patterns.An excellent choice for dedicated hobbyists and experienced fly tyers alike, this half cape delivers consistent tying results, natural appearance, and dependable flotation at the vise.
CDL Euro Nymph Tailing Pack
Every ambitous nymph fly fisher will love this brand new tailing pack! Whiting created this tailing pack from Coq de Leon feathers with long fibers. The pattern of each fiber is just perfect for every tail of any fly. Preferrebly we use it mostly on modern Czech Nymph patterns. But you can also use it for dry flies. The classic "dark pardo" is the most universal nymph tail. It can me used on almost every nymph pattern. The coloured ones give some more attraction to your nymph. The colours "pardo fluo green" and "pardo fluo pink" are just deadly on every drift. Every tailing pack enables you to tie a couple of hundred nymphs per pack. About Whiting Farms:The mission of Whiting Farms is to produce the highest quality, value and selection of feathers for the fly tiers of the world. Whiting Farms has many genetic lines that provide a lot of different products for the discriminating fly tier. Each line is bred for a specific tying purpose covering fresh and saltwater flies. Whiting Farms has the best selection of dry fly, wet fly, saltwater and streamer hackle for the best tying creations.
Saddle (bronce Quality)
Saddle (bronce Quality)The Whiting Saddle in Bronze Quality is a high-quality natural fly-tying material developed for fly tyers who value versatility, durability, and consistent hackle structure. This saddle features dense, evenly grown hackles that are perfectly suited for tying both classic dry-fly patterns and effective modern designs.The feathers are long with medium-to-firm stiffness, allowing for smooth handling at the vise and a stable, natural presentation on the water. Bronze Quality saddles are especially well suited for tying dry flies in hook sizes approximately 8 to 18, offering excellent flotation and reliable performance.Thanks to the generous feather length and high usable yield, multiple flies can be tied from a single feather, making this saddle a very efficient and economical choice. The natural color tones blend seamlessly into a wide variety of patterns and enhance the realistic appearance of your finished flies.An excellent option for ambitious hobbyists and experienced fly tyers alike, the Whiting Bronze Quality Saddle delivers dependable tying characteristics, strong flotation, and consistent results at the tying bench.
Partridge Skins
Partridge feathers are often sold loose, but it is more practical if you can remove the feather directly from the cape and chose the perfect feather for the specific application. With a hole cape, you always have the desired color and size at hand and moreover, you will keep the tying table more organized. The feathers of the Partridge are very versatile and can be used for nymphs, wet flies, dry flies and small streamers.
Capes & Saddles for fly tying
For years, the most famous feathers for the tying of dry flies have had one name: Whiting! Whether you want to tie small midges, mayflies or big streamers, you can make it all with whiting capes and saddles. Whiting capes and saddles are available in a huge selection in natural colors, as well as in dyed special shades.