[VFB] Yellow Flicker Feathers, Final Word

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Del and all the best substitution for the flicker feather is this; Mourning Dove or Bob White Quail wings. Clip them as close to the body as possible and remove the individual feathers from the wing. Wash them in warm water and mild detergent then rinse in warm water, make sure the oily residue and soap are removed or the feathers or they will not hold color. After they have been cleaned they need to be dyed the brightest yellow possible, the best is Venard's yellow. If you can find Venard's use 1/2 teaspoon per half gallon of water. If you cannot find Venard's, Rite will do too but you will have to use the entire package to get the proper shade of "Yaller." When they have been dyed and dried they will have a darkish yellow color to them and that is the color you want. If you have any other questions about Southern Appalachian flies feel free to ask. Good luck.   Bart