The Black Lincoln has been around for centuries, but was routinely disposed of because of the low value of black wool. With the growth of interest in handspinning in the 70's it was decided to allow the registration of Black Lincolns. There are only three active black on black flocks in the Association but they are thriving due to the excellent demand for the products of the black sheep.
They are still quite controversial, with many members wanting nothing to do with them, but whenever they appear at shows they are sure to draw a crowd.
We have kept them for about 18 years and have recently set up a separate flock identity, using the flock name Shadow.
Our persistance is paying off. After 16 years of breeding black on black we are getting some original colour breaks, as this beautiful brown shearling shows.
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This is a typical ram, and he clearly has all the attributes of an excellent Lincoln. His size is impressive and the wool is finer than many white Lincolns.