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Title: Feather Type Question
Post by: Shakes.602 on February 05, 2012, 12:44:00 AM
Now I am sure the Majority of y'all use Turkey feathers in  ALL  of their Fashions and Styles. I am going to buy some Goose Feathers from a Memebr of this Fine Establishment, and was just Curious: Have any of you noticed any Markedly Difference in Performance between the 2 Types??   :confused:  
 I am gonna guess the Goose are a bit more Weatherproof? Just because they come from Waterfoul. Is this a safe guess? The Goose, Natural Feathers are Very Pretty without any Dye Jobs!  :thumbsup:  
  Next is: What is the "Best Cut", or Most Popular Cut? I am leaning toward the "Traditional Cut" or the ""Pope & Young" Shape". Any and All Info will be Greatly Appreciated! Thank you Folks!!  :notworthy:    :notworthy:    :goldtooth:
Title: Re: Feather Type Question
Post by: Shakes.602 on February 05, 2012, 01:35:00 AM
TTT
Title: Re: Feather Type Question
Post by: Terry Lightle on February 05, 2012, 05:06:00 AM
When I use goose feathers it is a 5 1/2 inch shield cut.Always have a couple of huntin arrows with honker feathers for foul weather huntin.Goose feathers do not seem to be as durable as turkey for me
Title: Re: Feather Type Question
Post by: cyred4d on February 05, 2012, 06:15:00 AM
You're right about the goose feathers being more waterproof. Personally I like a 5 inch shield cut.
Title: Re: Feather Type Question
Post by: term on February 05, 2012, 06:27:00 AM
I dont personally like the Pope and Young cut. Makes noise in flight. I prefer shield cut. Just my thoughts.  term
Title: Re: Feather Type Question
Post by: emt137 on February 05, 2012, 07:34:00 AM
Traditional cut are cool looking, but are really really loud. I've been liking a 4" four fletch low pro banana or a 5" (and a bit) three fletch regular banana. Quiet with great stability.

I have some goose feathers I'm going to try on some arrows. I'll be interested to hear your experience.

~Pat