Re: Fw: [VFB] Golden pheasant crest feathers

[Brian Van Erem]

Deb,

 

Fingers are good temperature sensors!  The tea kettle is what I've seen damage crests.

 

Also, Woolite is a must for bringing out the vibrant gold hues and shine.  Nothing in the world compares to a clean straight crest.

 

Are those your flies periodically on Ebay?

 

Cheers, Brian

Deborah Duran <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:

 

Brian

I was taught this by Ron Alcott and I haven't damaged any feathers yet.  I use a pot of boiling water on the stove for steam and just waive the feathers through it.    He used tweezers I usually use my fingers to hold the feathers.  That's a good gauge for me if it is getting too hot.  It does a beautiful job of cleaning them.

Deb

----- Original Message -----

From: Brian Van Erem

To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]

Sent: Monday, June 30, 2003 9:19 PM

Subject: Re: [VFB] Golden pheasant crest feathers

Be VERY careful with steam!!!  I don't like to use it at all if I can help it, it will damage the delicate fibers on GP crests.

 

Brian

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