Premium grade #2 saddle hackle for tying dry flies. These feathers are long and easy to handle.Metz grading and quality is some of the most stringent in the fly tying industry. Stiff barbs, web-free hackles, flexible stems, and a complete range of sizes in the deep, natural consistent colors are still the benchmark associated with the Metz trademark. No other company can reproduce consistently the colors offered by Metz. The highest quality fliescommerciallyavailable today are 100% tied with Metz hackle.