Am I correct assuming the Catskill dry fly has a straight (as opposed to split) tail? Is a split tail used for spinners only, or is it reasonable to imitate duns with them?
I ask because I'm finding that my dries with split tails tend to float more upright and seem more balanced; would they detract in some way from a dun imitation?
I realize this may sound like hairsplitting, but I'm learning to tie dries, and haven't found this question addressed anywhere.
I know I can tie dries any which way I want, but I would appreciate any insight with respect to their tradition and thought behind it. Thanks in advance.