Whiting Bronze Cape – Violet Blue Dun

Whiting Bronze Cape – Violet Blue Dun 

The Ultimate Hackle for Branko Killer Patterns

The Whiting Bronze Cape Violet Blue Dun is widely regarded as one of the finest dry-fly hackles available for tying the famous Branko Killer pattern. Its unique violet-blue dun coloration closely matches the natural appearance of many mayfly duns and is even marketed by some retailers specifically as "Violet Dun – Branko Killer".

World-Class Whiting Genetics

Whiting Farms dry-fly capes are renowned among fly tiers worldwide for their:

• Extremely high barb density
• Long, supple feather stems
• Stiff, durable hackle fibers
• Wide size range on a single cape
• Consistent coloration and quality
• Designed for High-Floating Dry Flies

The Bronze Cape provides hackles suitable for a broad range of hook sizes, making it ideal for tying Branko Killers from size #12 to #18 and beyond. The stiff fibers create excellent flotation and support, allowing the fly to ride naturally and visibly on the surface film.

• The distinctive color combines:
• Soft blue-grey tones
• Subtle violet highlights
• Natural mayfly-dun appearance

This makes it exceptionally suitable for: Branko Killer, Blue Dun patterns, CDC Duns, Comparaduns, Parachute flies and raditional dry flies.

Summary:

For serious dry-fly tiers, the Whiting Bronze Cape Violet Blue Dun is one of the best materials available for tying Branko Killer patterns. Its unique color, superior flotation characteristics, and exceptional feather quality make it a long-term investment that can produce hundreds of top-quality dry flies.