Hareline Crosscut Shimmer Rabbit Strips
Hareline Crosscut Shimmer Rabbit Strips feature shimmery frosted tips, making them ideal for wrapping collars on streamers. These strips are cut across the grain and dyed in popular streamer colors to suit a wide range of species.
- All strips are cut to 1/8″ in width
- Crosscut strips lay back, flat, or parallel to the hook or shank when palmered, offering better control compared to plain rabbit strips
- Essential for creating collars on many streamer patterns
- The hair fibers are oriented perpendicular to the hide strip, providing improved stability and alignment
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Strip Width | 1/8″ |
| Cut Direction | Across the grain |
| Finish | Shimmery frosted tips |
| Best Use | Wrapping collars on streamers |
FAQ
What is the difference between crosscut and plain rabbit strips?
Crosscut rabbit strips are cut across the grain and lay back, flat, or parallel to the hook or shank when palmered, while plain strips tend to orient more perpendicular to the shank, which can affect alignment and stability during use.
Are these strips suitable for all types of streamer patterns?
Yes, these crosscut strips are especially useful for collars on many streamer patterns due to their stable orientation and shimmery finish.
What is the width of the strips?
The strips are cut to a consistent 1/8″ width.
Fiona Poole –
These strips work great for my streamer collars. The shimmery tips add a nice visual touch and the crosscut design keeps the hair flat when palmered, which makes assembly much smoother.
Andrea Black –
I’ve used these in several patterns and they hold well during handling. The orientation is better than plain strips, and the color consistency is reliable.
Nathan King –
The strips are easy to cut and apply. The frosted tips catch the light nicely, and the crosscut layout gives a clean, professional look on the collars.