Made to Order. Band Shoppe’s Turkey Upright Shako Plumes feature natural turkey feathers in a tall, tapered shape for a crisp, structured look. Available in 13 standard colors and even lengths from 8″ to 14″, each plume includes a secure wire base and fits all standard shakos.
No minimum orders on standard lengths and colors listed
Create a crisp, commanding look with Band Shoppe’s Custom Turkey Upright Feather Shako Plume. Made from high-quality natural turkey feathers, this plume features a tall, tapered shape that stands straight up from the shako for a bold, structured appearance. Ideal for traditional marching bands, military-style units, and drum corps, this plume offers minimal movement and maximum visual precision on the field or in parade settings.
Designed to fit all standard shakos with a plume socket, each plume includes a durable wire for secure attachment. Available in even lengths from 8 inches to 14 inches, these plumes come in 13 rich standard colors. Have something in mind but don’t see it here? Call our Band Shoppe Sales Team, and we can work with you to create the perfect plume. Options include dye-to-match colors, double-dipped plumes, half-and-half plumes, and more!
Colors shown are for reference only. Please be aware that there will be variations in color due to the nature of the dyes. Feather plumes are not colorfast and should not be worn in the rain. Custom plumes are nonreturnable.
Prepare the plume: Ensure the plume is standing upright on a flat surface.
Measure the total length:
Stand a ruler alongside the plume.
Place your finger on the top of the plume wire.
—Fountain, Carrousel, Upright, and Stick-Up style shako plumes: Measure the total length, from the tip of the wire to the bottom of the plume socket wire or Tri-wire (the part that’s inserted into the plume socket.)
—Phantom, Cavalier, Aussie, and Ostrich feather style plumes: Measure the length of the wire or stem NOT including the plume socket wire or Tri-wire.
Determining size: Plumes are sized in even increments of two inches. If the measurement is not a whole even number, round down to the nearest even inch. For example, an 8.5 inch plume would be sized as an 8 inch plume.
Please measure carefully, custom plumes cannot be modified after production. If you’re unsure about sizing, we recommend sending a sample for evaluation or requesting a comparison sample before placing your order.
All custom plumes are non-returnable or exchangeable.
Customization
All feather materials are dyed utilizing the latest technology in water-based mineral dye products. Please be aware that there will be variations in color due to the nature of the dyes as they relate to naturally occurring variations in the feathers. Band Shoppe cannot guarantee exact color matching or color fastness on any dyed feather products.
For dye to match colors please contact our Sales Team for minimums and manufacturing times. Custom plumes are nonreturnable.
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