Whiting Farms Rooster Coq De Leon Gold Saddle offer exceptional quality feathers, renowned for their excellent natural tail fibers from the upper center feathers, often referred to as "spade hackles". These rooster saddles also provide large saddle feathers for dry and wet flies, ideal for patterns like Wulffs and other large flies. Using Whiting's Olympic grading system, each saddle is graded to ensure consistent quality, unaffected by seasonal variations or commercial demands. The feathers feature a soft, twist-free backbone, high fiber density, and over 85% down-free surface. This rigor ensures that every Whiting Farms Rooster Coq De Leon Gold Saddle sold offers unsurpassed fly-tying performance.