A premium-grade dry fly saddle delivering the same exceptional quality Whiting is known for, but in a smaller, more accessible half saddle format. Perfect for tyers who want top-tier dry fly hackle without committing to a full saddle.
- Half saddle format with the same Whiting Bronze quality
- Premium dry fly hackle with excellent barb density and stiffness
- Brown coloration for classic and natural dry fly patterns
- High feather count with a wide usable size range
- The ultimate saddle for size 10–18 dry flies
- Ideal for tying dry flies from small mayflies through to larger attractors
- Consistent feather quality and easy-to-work-with stems
- Excellent floatation and clean dry fly profiles
Whiting saddles are considered the benchmark for modern dry fly tying, and the Bronze Half Saddle gives tyers access to that same quality in a more compact pack. The long, uniform feathers make them extremely efficient at the vice, allowing multiple flies to be tied from a single feather while producing clean, highly floatable dry flies.
Brown hackle remains one of the most versatile and important colours in dry fly tying, working beautifully across mayfly, caddis, and terrestrial patterns. It’s a staple for flies like Elk Hair Caddis, Brown Duns, Royal Wulffs, and countless parachute-style dries.
Whiting Farms was founded in 1989 by Dr. Tom Whiting. His vision was to produce the most premium selection of fly tying feathers possible - and he has done just that.
Whiting grades are based primarily on feather quantity and fly size range, not overall feather quality. Higher grades generally contain more feathers and are capable of tying smaller flies more efficiently.
Who is this for?
Perfect for fly tyers wanting premium dry fly hackle in a smaller quantity without compromising on quality. Ideal for tying a wide range of trout dry flies for rivers, lakes, and technical dry fly fishing situations.