Rooster? Hen?

[Rhodebar Lover]

Bird in question does have pointy feathers on the hackle that are tipped with green. They also blow up a bit in the slightest of wind and a bit soft/curly.   It is supposed to be a Production RIR.  Guessing at age but about 40+ weeks.  This bird is huge and has a very long neck.  Jumbo fat legs compared to my pullets, wide stance and legs have slight feathers on them.  It makes a deep noise when startled.    When I see it run it reminds me of a game cock profile - muscular legs, long and low to the ground, bow legged looking from the rear (you can see right through - no rump of a pullet to speak of).

Pointed feathers are always a sign of a cockerel.

 

[Rhodebar Lover]

The Barred Plymouth Rock is definitely a cockerel.