Polish Quills CDC Feathers
The Natural Buoyancy for Dry Flies
CDC (Cul de Canard) is one of the finest natural materials available to modern fly tyers. Collected from the feathers surrounding a duck's preen gland, CDC naturally contains fine oils that work together with its delicate fibre structure to provide exceptional buoyancy, lifelike movement and a remarkably natural appearance on the water.
Unlike traditional dry fly hackle, CDC allows flies to rest naturally in the surface film while trapping microscopic air bubbles between its fibres. This creates subtle movement that perfectly imitates emerging aquatic insects, making CDC an indispensable material for selective trout and grayling.
Today, CDC is used in countless successful fly patterns including the F-Fly, CDC Comparadun, CDC & Elk, Shuttlecock Emerger and Loop Wing Emerger. Whether tying classic dry flies or modern competition patterns, quality CDC feathers remain an essential material on every fly tyer's bench.
Natural CDC Feathers for Versatile Fly Tying
Polish Quills CDC Feathers are carefully selected natural feathers designed for a wide range of fly tying applications. Their fine fibres, natural buoyancy and soft texture make them suitable for tying everything from traditional dry flies to delicate emergers and lightweight nymph patterns.
The feathers can be used to create realistic wings, collars, legs, thoraxes and complete CDC bodies while maintaining a clean, lightweight profile. Their versatility makes them equally suitable for classic fly patterns and contemporary designs where natural movement and presentation are essential.
Whether you are tying F-Fly, CDC Comparadun, CDC & Elk, Shuttlecock Emerger or your own original patterns, Polish Quills CDC Feathers provide dependable performance for creating realistic and highly effective trout flies.
Key Benefits
Natural Buoyancy
Natural oils help flies float effortlessly in the surface film.
Versatile Applications
Suitable for dry flies, emergers, lightweight nymphs and many CDC-based patterns.
Soft Natural Fibres
Create lifelike movement and realistic silhouettes.
Easy to Tie With
Perfect for wings, collars, thoraxes, legs and CDC bodies.
Reliable Everyday Performance
A versatile natural material for both classic and modern fly patterns.
Ideal For
- Dry Flies
- CDC Fly Patterns
- Emergers
- Lightweight Nymphs
- F-Fly
- CDC Comparadun
- CDC & Elk
- Shuttlecock Emerger
- Loop Wing Emerger
- Natural Wings and Collars
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FLYFISHING.BG RECOMMENDATIONOne of the greatest strengths of CDC is its versatility. Select larger feathers for full wings on larger dry flies, and reserve the smaller, finer feathers for tiny technical patterns and emergers. Organising your CDC by feather size will make fly tying faster and produce more consistent results. |
Technical Specifications
| Material | CDC (Cul de Canard) Feathers |
| Primary Applications | Dry Fly Wings, Collars, Thoraxes, Legs and CDC Bodies |
| Ideal For | Dry Flies, Emergers, Lightweight Nymphs and CDC Fly Patterns |
| Colour | Natural and Dyed Colours (depending on the selected variant) |
| Manufacturer | Polish Quills |
