When I asked about using oversize hackles on soft hackle wet flies on a previous thread I received several great replies. I also got direct comments from some local guys. Their suggestion was to simply cut them back after tying, I thought this would detract from the flexibility of the fine tips but the retort was that these hackle tips were to represent insect legs and that insect legs were not thin and whispy at their tips. How valid is his thought? Has anyone ever tested this?