Sorry if this is a dumb question but I bought some Easton FMJ's off ebay and they have feather fletches on them. They seem to fly great for me with my current compound setup so far and I was wondering if anyone in here does the same? Disadvantages?
I use feathers too but I'm really old school shooting, gasp!, aluminum shafts. To me, the only disadvantage is you have to keep them waterproofed.
I have been a feather guy for years. Best waterproofing for me is Atsko Silicone Water-Guard Arrow Treatment, the liquid with the little dauber. Or you can use the spray. Waterproofing - Outdoor Gear - Atsko, Inc.
No idea the brand waterproofing I have. It's 20 plus years old. And like Whitetail's it has the little brush. Mine has a smell to it so make sure you check that and get them done a few days prior to hunting.
I have used feathers all along. I don't do anything to weather proof them. They fly fine even wet. I try to avoid smashing the feathers down when they're wet. If they get a bit frazzled looking, just fluff them back up as they dry.
I have Gateway feather waterproof powder which works fine. I've used the Razr 2 inch feather fletching for many years as well as the Blazer vane and between the two think the feather is much more forgiving if the fletching makes contact with something.