The Umpqua Metz Magnum Saddle is a top-tier fly tying hackle designed specifically for anglers and fly tyers who demand maximum movement, consistency, and durability when tying large flies. Featuring extra-long, webby saddle feathers with minimal taper, these premium hackles are ideal for articulated streamers, baitfish imitations, and throaty collars where lifelike motion is critical to triggering aggressive strikes.
Unlike neck hackle, which offers a broad size range across the cape, saddle hackle comes from a more focused area of the bird, producing longer, more uniform feathers. This makes the Metz Magnum Saddle perfect for tying multiple flies with consistent profiles and proportions, whether you’re producing streamer batches for trout, bass, musky, pike, or saltwater species.
Designed with predator fly tiers in mind, these feathers deliver exceptional water movement, durability, and tying efficiency, making them a go-to material for both professional and hobby fly tyers.
Extended Feather Length – Ideal for large flies, articulated patterns, and baitfish profiles
Minimal Taper & High Uniformity – Consistent sizing across multiple flies
Soft, Webby Fibers – Creates lifelike movement and pulsing action underwater
Professional-Grade Quality – Trusted Metz genetics and Umpqua packaging standards
Versatile Applications – Trout, bass, pike, musky, and saltwater predator flies
The Metz Magnum Saddle excels in tying:
When you choose the Umpqua Metz Magnum Saddle, you’re investing in proven genetics, premium feather selection, and reliable performance trusted by fly tyers worldwide. Whether you’re tying for trout rivers, bass lakes, or saltwater flats, this saddle hackle delivers the movement, consistency, and quality serious anglers demand.
