I'm looking for comments on a practice I've been using for some time. To prevent feathers fibers from splitting on patterns like Hornbergs,Hoppers,Muddlers and even all sorts of nymph wing cases Ive been using Contact Cement or office type rubber cement. Either of these is stronger than acrylic or lacquer head cement. I apply a little dab, spread it down the feather with my fingertips and let it dry before tying in. The plain rubber cement is not as durable but less messy and, being clear, it doesn't add the tan color of the Contact.
Does anyone else do this?