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    Wanted: Authentic Blackcock feather hackle

    Looking for any authentic Blackcock feather hackles.

    Thank you,
    John.

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    Maybe here:

    https://jaffefeathers.co.uk/product/...feather-plume/

    Or from someone here:
    https://www.google.com/search?rlz=1C...w=1898&bih=982

    Edit:
    Having just seen this discussion they may not be genuine blackcock feathers: http://forums.bobdunsire.com/forums/...ad.php?t=82240
    Last edited by Bruce Scott; 15th July 20 at 03:44 PM.

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    Interesting discussion.

    How are they actually attached to prevent falling out/off?
    Rev'd Father Bill White: Retired Parish Priest & Elementary Headmaster. Lover of God, dogs, most people, joy, tradition, humour & clarity. Legion Padre, theologian, teacher, philosopher, linguist, encourager of hearts & souls & a firm believer in dignity, decency, & duty. A proud Canadian Sinclair.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Father Bill View Post
    Interesting discussion.

    How are they actually attached to prevent falling out/off?
    According to the discussion at the link:
    "It seems the feathers were just pushed behind the badge and rosette"

    https://www.britishbadgeforum.com/fo...ad.php?t=23601






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    Quote Originally Posted by Bruce Scott View Post
    I have no idea but according to the discussion at the link:
    "It seems the feathers were just pushed behind the badge and rosette"

    https://www.britishbadgeforum.com/fo...ad.php?t=23601
    Interesting. Thanks for your help.
    Rev'd Father Bill White: Retired Parish Priest & Elementary Headmaster. Lover of God, dogs, most people, joy, tradition, humour & clarity. Legion Padre, theologian, teacher, philosopher, linguist, encourager of hearts & souls & a firm believer in dignity, decency, & duty. A proud Canadian Sinclair.

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