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By: Mann, Chris
Price: $36.95
Publisher: Mechanicsburg, PA, Stackpole Books: 2006
Edition: 1st Ed, 1st Printing
Seller ID: AB00066
ISBN: 0811702197
Condition: As New
First US Edition, First Printing. *** (Synopsis) The tradition of tying salmon flies with feathers is a very old one, recorded in Ancient Greece, but the Victorians instilled artistry into salmon fly tying with their elaborate built-wing flies using feathers from a variety of exotic birds. After a period in which featherwing flies were eclipsed by those made from animal hairs and man-made materials, the popularity of these versatile feathers is resurging. This international guide features dressings from North America and Europe. The origins of patterns, precise dressings, and superb color ill... View more info
By: Mann, Chris; Gillespie, Robert
Price: $36.95
Publisher: Mechanicsburg, PA, Stackpole Books: 2002
Edition: 1st Ed, 1st Printing
Seller ID: AB00067
ISBN: 0811714284
Condition: As New
(Synopsis) The definitive guide to shrimp and spey flies for salmon and steelhead fishing includes 360 patterns from Ireland, Scotland, the U.K., Iceland, Scandinavia, Canada, and the U.S. Shrimp and spey patterns have always been important to the history of Atlantic salmon fishing, and today they continue to be the most popular type of flies for salmon and steelhead. This landmark reference is the first book to bring together the traditions of Atlantic salmon flies on both sides of the Atlantic with the steelhead fisheries of North America. View more info
By: Valla, Mike
Price: $29.95
Publisher: Mechanicsburg, PA, Stackpole Books: 2016
Edition: 1st Ed, 1st Printing
Inscription: Signed by the Author
Seller ID: AB01474
ISBN: 0811716767
Condition: Near Fine
(Description) Very slight bumps at corners, otherwise would be As New. ***(Synopsis) The classic bucktails--Mickey Finn, Black Nose Dace--are some of the very first flies that anglers learn to tie, and they are the most well-traveled of all streamer types, from Maine to Washington, trout to salmon. With over 500 patterns, this is the only book to date written on bucktails as well as other hairwing streamers. Patterns cover both contemporary and classic flies, for salt and fresh water. Includes tying notes, fishing information, and complete recipes as well as a history of bucktails from their o... View more info
