Buck tail odor?

[MCG1]

I have some older buck tail that has developed a dis-"stink" odor. Any suggestion on how to get rid of the odor? Or is it like garlic, an attractant?

[GrumpyLoomis]

Not sure it is an attractant but I have tied bucktail for many years and it does stink some. I actually get new bucktail that stinks. Not sure but it does not slow down walleye from sampling stink. I have not messed with trying to get rid of oder but do use shad scent on walleye jigs that may mask them. Shad scent really stinks. LOL

[MCG1]

I think your right, probably just need to spray some slab sauce on it!

[skiptomylu]

My wife gets on me about stink every time I open my tub of Bucktails, lol!

Skip

[MCG1]

Thanks Skip, I heard someone say , that bucktail smells like the area it came from, no sense trying to fight it!

[DrNip]

New, old buck tail all smells stank nasty.

[skiptomylu]

BTW, I know some of you like tying bucktail and the website I always push has some great tips on tying bucktail so I will link a good one.

Skip

How about separating the color of the bucktail to make it easier to use the part you want?

Fly Angler's OnLine "Tying Tips Part 11"

[MCG1]

Just saw the video on YouTube. Neat information, useful.

[Ketchn]

i have actual actual bucktails of real deer around here and there and never noticed any odor ?
i suggest its how they were preserved and by who ,,,,

[JWirth]

You can wash them in mild soap & warm water. Be sure there is no fat on the skin. Hang them to dry with a fan.