Amherst Section – Premium Fly Tying Feathers

Lady Amherst Pheasant Tail Sections are a premium fly tying material, highly valued for their distinctive barring, long flowing fibres, and striking natural markings. Popular among Atlantic salmon and steelhead fly tiers, these feathers offer exceptional versatility for traditional salmon flies, Spey patterns, Intruder flies, and modern streamers.

Known for their bold black barring and elegant feather structure, Amherst Tail Sections are particularly prized for creating wings, tails, feelers, and decorative accents. Their long, flexible fibres provide excellent movement in the water, making them ideal for large-profile flies and patterns designed to swing in the current.

Whether used in natural or dyed colours, Lady Amherst feathers add distinctive contrast, movement, and detail to both classic and modern fly patterns.

Key Features:

• Distinctive natural barring and beautifully patterned fibres

• Excellent for Atlantic salmon, steelhead, and Spey flies

• Ideal for wings, tails, feelers, and decorative accents

• Long fibres provide natural movement in the water

• Popular for Intruder flies, tube flies, and traditional salmon patterns

• Suitable for classic married-wing salmon flies and modern streamers

• Versatile material for traditional and contemporary fly tying

Whether you're tying classic Atlantic salmon patterns, modern steelhead Intruders, or custom Spey flies, Amherst Tail Sections provide beautiful markings, excellent movement, and versatility for your fly tying bench.