Golden Pheasant Tippets – Natural Materials for Classic Fly Tying
Golden Pheasant Tippets are a must-have natural material for any fly tyer looking to create classic trout, salmon, and steelhead patterns. Recognized by their bright orange and black-banded fibers, these tippets add unmatched realism and contrast to traditional fly designs. Highly marked delicate feathers that are popular tailing material on many old standard flies.
Whether you’re tying Royal Coachmen, Coachman Trude, March Browns, or modern attractor patterns, Golden Pheasant Tippets provide the color, durability, and texture that elevate your flies from good to exceptional.
Versatile Feathers for Classic and Modern Fly Patterns
Common uses include:
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Tails on classic wet flies
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Wings and cheeks on steelhead and salmon patterns
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Collars and accents on attractors
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Components for traditional trout flies
Durable Fibers That Hold Shape
The natural stiffness of Golden Pheasant fibers helps your fly maintain its profile in water, improving both durability and presentation.
How to Use Golden Pheasant Tippets in Fly Tying
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Select a feather with clean, intact fibers.
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Strip or cut fibers to the desired length.
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Tie in at the tail or wing position with firm wraps.
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Pair with peacock herl, floss, hackle, or synthetic accents depending on the pattern.