Buck tail odor?

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?

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

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

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

Skip

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

New, old buck tail all smells stank nasty.

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"

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

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 ,,,,

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.