"Splitting Capes"

[MD_Gene]

I want to share some capes I have for tying. How does one "cut" them in half? How much loss is there in the process?

Thanks in advance.

 

[eunanhendron]

I recently cut a whiting american saddle in half for dyeing purposes. I used a razor blade to cut the skin at the back.
In terms of loss, maybe a dozen hackles came loose, but they were not damaged, at least in the usable portion of the hackle.

 

[GenCon]

Yep, that is exactly right. Cut from the back.

GenCon

 

[lv2nymph]

Just go slow and try to keep the feathers off to the side if possible.