Here, here. My dels are the best layers. For a breed that doesn't get out much they're great at being confined in a run. Too they're my best winter layers. I can always count on eggs from them. They're molts are also one of the shortest. Not giving any credit to the manager of course.
Now I will confess that my BR's are heavier and good long term layers. Going on four years and I'm still getting eggs. I think the line as a lot to do with how well any breed does. These are Kathy's. You have to be patient to see how good your line is. If you trade them out every two years, you'll never know.
If you're like me and prone to fall in love with your birds you want a line that will live a long time. Nothing calms the soul like chickens that prefer to congregate around your chair.
