Just got 2 - 50 count bags of Gateway Imitation barred, shield cut feathers. Imitation barring is awful. Only on one side and sometimes so lite you can't really see it. Having alot of problems getting them to glue up good also. About 4 out of 10 just won't stick. Using Fast fletch gel, 2117 arrows; cleaned with acetone and rubbed with 00 steel wool, using a Jo Jan jig. Never had this problem before. Wonder if it's just a bad lot?

Anyone have any suggestions on where I can buy some better shield cut barred 5" feathers?