In response to Tupps request, here is a little SBS for varnishing wings for the likes of sedges etc
Get your gear ready - SHHAN, drying rack, feathers and of course, fingers.
Strip the flue from the base of your chosen feather - in this case Red Grouse breast feathers
Gently grip the end of your varnish brush in the case of SHHAN then repeat with more varnish or put a couple of drops on forefinger and thumb if using an applicator bottle
After bringing your digits together to even out the varnish, gently grip the feather and pull your fingers down to the tip, repeat this to smooth the fibres into position. If they are still sticking out, repeat with more varnish
Grip too tightly and it looks like this, still usable though for smaller flies
You want the finished article to look like this and then put aside on your rack to dry
When tying in you can create a roof effect from where you grip the feather on the hook as it will curve easily. Trim to length and shape after completion of the fly
Technique - Wing Varnishing
Linear Mode
