Discounts not applicable for this book. (Description) Two volume set in slipcase containing signed and numbered 'Howells: The Bamboo Fly Rods & Fly Fishing Legacy of Gary H. Howells' Limited Edition biography and matching signed and numbered 'The Letters & Correspondence of Gary H. Howells'. The companion Letters volume will not be republished in any form, it is only available through the Limited Edition Two Volume Set. Both volumes cloth bound with highlights. Only blemish is slight bump at spine end, else as new and unread! ***(Synopsis) Howells was an intensely private individual, and he v... View More...
(Description) Author signed 1st printing!! Slight bump to spine ends, else clean and tight. *** (Synopsis) Anglers are always fascinated with fly fishing's Golden Age, and nothing brings back those years a vividly as a fine old rod and reel bearing the honorable scars of a lifetime afield. Classic & Antique Fly-Fishing Tackle features in-depth coverage of traditional gear from the 1860s to the 1920s and affordable production tackle from the 1930s through the 1960s. Campbell discusses the history, design, construction, fishing characteristics, and identification of important gear, and offers ti... View More...
{Website discounts not valid on this title, please call if other books are being ordered with a discount code} (Description) Like new, tight copy. # 46 of 75 copies bound in full leather. ***(Synopsis) An invaluable resource for the collector, antique dealer or angler interested in classic fly rods, bait casting rods, spinning and ocean rods produced from bamboo, wood, fiberglass and steel. The author provides a concise history of rod construction techniques and offers detailed analysis of important fishing rod design patents granted from 1875 to 1950. Close-up photography of distinctive comp... View More...
(Description) minor bumps at edges from shipping else brand new, flat-signed by the Author! ***(Synopsis) In Forgotten Fly Rods Volume I Dr. Todd Larson has cracked open the door to some of the wonderful rod makers from days gone by. Mitchell, Cruttenden, Welch and others are not well known rod making names like Garrison, Leonard, or Payne. But their stories have much to offer the fisherman of today...I hope all of you will enjoy these nostalgic, but historically well documented steps in the shoes of those who came before us as much as I did. View More...
(Description) Brand new, signed by the Author on a special publisher bookplate! ***(Synopsis) In Forgotten Fly Rods, Volume I, Dr. Todd Larson has cracked open the door to some of the wonderful rod makers from days gone by. Mitchell, Cruttenden, Welch and others are not well known rod making names like Garrison, Leonard, or Payne. But their stories have much to offer the fisherman of today...I hope all of you will enjoy these nostalgic, but historically well documented steps in the shoes of those who came before us as much as I did. View More...
(Description) Signed by the Author on a special numbered bookplate. ***(Synopsis) The vintage fiberglass fly rod -- ignored by many, scorned by some, revered by a few -- is the subject of this appreciation by noted fishing historian Dr. Todd E.A. Larson. In it, the author explores the history and fishability of 14 vintage glass fly rods, from famous names like Shakespeare and Heddon to overlooked makers like Kodiak and Brule to almost unknown manufacturers like Ted Williams, Inc. and Cisco Kid Tackle. Equal parts history, fishing narrative, and autobiography, you'll follow the author as he wre... View More...
(Synopsis) It's been more than twenty years in the making and represents the most up to date information about Goodwin Granger, his company and the rods he built and inspired. Includes the history of Goodwin Granger Company, Wright & McGill Rod Company and Granger Bamboo by Gary Lacey. The book has 360 pages with well over 300 photographs, charts, catalog pages and other illustrations, most in FULL COLOR! Printed throughout on glossy, acid-free 80# paper for the best photographic resolution. View More...
(Description) This Deluxe Edition of un-numbered copies is bound in genuine bonded leather. The caramel color of the leather closely resembles the rich color of Granger cane. The book is decorated with gold foil stamping on the cover and the spine, and gold gilt page edges. ***(Synopsis) It's been more than twenty years in the making and represents the most up to date information about Goodwin Granger, his company and the rods he built and inspired. Includes the history of Goodwin Granger Company, Wright & McGill Rod Company and Granger Bamboo by Gary Lacey. The book has 360 pages with well ov... View More...
(Description) This Registered Edition of 400 signed and numbered copies is bound in genuine black leather with silver foil stamping on the cover and spine. The edges of the pages are silver gilt, and the book has a ribbon page marker included. ***(Synopsis) It's been more than twenty years in the making and represents the most up to date information about Goodwin Granger, his company and the rods he built and inspired. Includes the history of Goodwin Granger Company, Wright & McGill Rod Company and Granger Bamboo by Gary Lacey. The book has 360 pages with well over 300 photographs, charts, cat... View More...
