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DC:

--- Quote from: Pat B on October 18, 2020, 07:57:36 am ---That can easily be trimmed right off.
Try putting them in a plastic bag with a damp towel. It may take a few hours but maybe soaking in water is too much.

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I did two feathers and did notice that the second one was a little better. I'll put some in a bag like you say. Maybe overnight to make sure they're hydrated.

DC:

--- Quote from: bjrogg on October 18, 2020, 08:33:20 am ---I trim that off the side with a good scissors. At least if I’m looking at it correctly.
Bjrogg

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It did trim off reasonably well but I thought it was a step I shouldn't have to take.

WhistlingBadger:
I've never had a problem stripping feathers.  I start at the back of the feather and just peel it off.  If the membrane comes off too wide I just trim it with a pair of embroidery scissors.

DC:

--- Quote from: WhistlingBadger on October 18, 2020, 11:07:06 am ---I've never had a problem stripping feathers.  I start at the back of the feather and just peel it off.  If the membrane comes off too wide I just trim it with a pair of embroidery scissors.

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I guess it depends on what you class as "problems". I was always under the impression that stripping produces nice ready to use fletching. Nobody mentioned this problem. Now I find that other people do have this problem. It's just a minor issue so it doesn't get mentioned. It does move the balance between stripping and grinding though. :)

Pat B:
Over the years I've stripped and ground feathers and decided I like grinding better. Don't ask why, it's just what I prefer.

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