The Fly Hair Co. materials are the result of hands-on experience, deep material knowledge, and an uncompromising approach to quality.
Founded by Jeff Preddy, The Fly Hair Co. grew out of a lifetime spent around natural materials. Raised in a hunting and fishing family and working in his father’s taxidermy shop, Jeff developed an early understanding of how different animal hairs behave—long before he ever put them on a hook. When he began tying flies, that background translated into a sharp instinct for which hair types worked best in specific patterns.
As a fly-fishing guide in Broken Bow, Jeff refined those ideas on the water, learning firsthand what truly performs under real fishing conditions. With guidance from a close friend and mentor, he expanded the process further by mastering the art of dyeing natural hairs and furs to achieve the vibrant, consistent colors TheFly Hair Co. is known for today.
Every The Fly Hair Co. product is hand made from start to finish. From fleshing and washing the hides, to tanning and hand-dyeing each color, Jeff is involved in every step of the process. The result is premium fly tying hair that’s clean, consistent, and purpose-driven—materials trusted not just at the vise, but on the water.
At J. Stockard, we’re proud to offer The Fly Hair Co. materials to fly tyers who value craftsmanship, performance, and materials with a real story behind them.
