hackle

[Terry Campbel]

I posted this in the learning section, then realized it should have been posted in the fly tying section.....What is the difference between Whiting Premimum hackles and the Herbert Miner hackles? thanks

[Jayatwork]

The Whiting brand hackles are desended from Henry Hoffman's birds. The Hebert-Miner brand is desended from Harry Darbee's birds. Personally I prefer tying with the Hoffman/Whiting hackles for their excellent stems but the Hebert-miner hackles come in a wider variety of incredible natural colors. You can't go wrong with either.

Here is more info: http://flyfisherman.com/ftb/sshackle/

[Terry Campbel]

Thanks for the information. tc

[Ray Kunz]

There is also a difference in cost. The Hebert/Miner, in their lowest cost PRO grade, are a very good buy. I bought several in colors not available elsewhere.
P.S. I have no interest in this except as a satisfied customer.