What is the cock feather?

The index fletch that points away from the bow.

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  1. The index fletch that points away from the bow ✔
  2. The smallest feather
  3. The arrow tip

Why: The cock feather, or index fletch, is positioned to point away from the bow for clearance.

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Answer: The index fletch that points away from the bow. The cock feather, or index fletch, is positioned to point away from the bow for clearance.

  1. Archery en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Archery
    This fletch is called the "index fletch" or "cock feather"
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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