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Howells: The Bamboo Fly Rods & Fly Fishing Legacy of Gary H. Howells

By: Beelart, Joseph

Price: $64.95

Publisher: Whitefish Press: 2013

Seller ID: AB01229

ISBN: 193670255X

Binding: Hardcover

Condition: Near Fine

(Description) Light bump to corner from shipping, esle new and unread! ***(Synopsis) Howells was an intensely private individual, and he valued his privacy most highly during his fishing sojourns. He once wrote, “I hide in the bushes so my customers can't find me …” Howells was also very secretive about his building techniques; but, with a limited group of rod builders, he willingly shared ideas. Thus, Howells craft lives on. In this, the first full biography written on Howells, author Joseph H. Beelart Jr. has tapped into archives, private letters, and unpublished material to craft a...
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Howells: The Bamboo Fly Rods & Fly Fishing Legacy of Gary H. Howells

By: Beelart, Joseph

Price: $389.95

Publisher: Cincinnati, OH, Whitefish Press: 2013

Seller ID: AB01395

ISBN: 193670255X

Binding: Hardcover

Condition: Near Fine

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...
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Reels and Making Them

By: Betts, John

Price: $78.95

Publisher: Groton, MA, Reel Lines Press: 2011

Seller ID: AB01062

ISBN: 1936702169

Binding: Softcover

Condition: Near Fine

(Description) 450 handwritten pages with over 500 color photographs and illustrations. Limited to 100 signed and numbered copies with an original plate drawn by the Author for each book. ***(Synopsis) Contained within Reels & Making Them is a complete second book entitled Aerials, presenting John's innovative approach to hand-crafting the beautiful and highly functional Aerial reels originated by Henry Coxon in the late 19th century. John's minimalist approach to reel building is based on hand-working tools and techniques and does not require machine tools. The information on laying out comple...
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The Chronological History of Penn Reels, 1932-1957 (with The Penn Reel Collector's Companion and Price Guide, and A Documentary History of Penn Reels, 1932 - 1957)

By: Cacioppo, Michael

Price: $294.95

Publisher: Cincinnati, OH, Whitefish Press: 2014

Seller ID: AB01309

ISBN: 1936702800

Binding: Hardcover

Condition: As New

(Description) One 3-book set of the Hardcover Limited Edition set of 100 copies (matching numbered). Each book signed and numbered by the Author on publisher's bookplates. This listing is for all three books together and will not be split up. ***Synopsis - The Chronological History of Penn Reels, 1932-1957) One of the greatest success stories in the history of fishing tackle is the Penn Fishing Tackle Manufacturing Co. of Philadelphia, Penn. Founded by Otto Henze in the teeth of the great depression, Henze revolutionized the field of saltwater angling, making the sport affordable for the worki...
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Classic and Antique Fly-Fishing Tackle: A Guide for Collectors and Anglers

By: Campbell, A. J.

Price: $189.95

Publisher: New York, NY, The Lyons Press: 1997

Seller ID: AB00155

ISBN: 1558214003

Binding: Hardcover

Condition: Very Good

(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...
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Colorado Reels, and Old Fishing Tackle

By: Carbaugh, Gary; Dick Spurr

Price: $124.95

Publisher: Grand Junction, CO, Centennial Publications: 1994

Seller ID: C0287

ISBN: 188241814X

Binding: Softcover

Condition: Near Fine

(Description) Light edgewear, else clean and like new. ***(Synopsis) This book is the only reference that I personally know of for the collector involved with Colorado Reels. It's out of print at this time and there is limited numbers of these books for sale.
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Colorado Reels, and Old Fishing Tackle

By: Carbaugh, Gary; Dick Spurr

Price: $42.95

Publisher: Grand Junction, CO, Centennial Publications: 1994

Seller ID: U02410

ISBN: 188241814X

Binding: Hardcover

Condition: Near Fine

(Description) This is the softcover edition that has been re-bound in green cloth hardcover boards. Previous owner name penned in at front. ***(Synopsis) This book is the only reference that I personally know of for the collector involved with Colorado Reels. It's out of print at this time and there is limited numbers of these books for sale.
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The Sporting Craftsmen

By: Carter, Art

Price: $14.95

Publisher: New Albany, OH, Countrysport Press: 1994

Seller ID: U02122

ISBN: 0924357460

Binding: Hardcover

Condition: Very Good

(Description) Mild edgewear and scuffs, else clean and tight.
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Roderick Haig-Brown, A Descriptive Bibliography

By: Cave, Robert Bruce

Price: $84.95

Publisher: Citrus Heights, CA, Self-Published: 2000

Seller ID: U02323

Binding: Hardcover

Condition: Very Good+

(Description) Previous owner name penned in at front cover, else very light shelfwear to book and unclipped jacket. Very nice copy.
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Books of the Black Bass: An Annotated Bibliography & Checklist

By: Drury, Clyde E.

Price: $264.95

Publisher: Cincinnati, OH, The Whitefish Press: 2015

Seller ID: AB01458

ISBN: 1936702606

Binding: Hardcover

Condition: Near Fine

(Description) One of a limited edition of 30 numbered copies. The 5th edition, revised and updated. ***(Synopsis) From Clyde Drury, the most esteemed historian of bass fishing since Dr. Henshall himself, comes the definitive work on published books on the bass. At nearly six hundred pages, this massive hardcover limited edition book contains descriptions of over 6,000 titles, including books, printed eBooks, booklets, pamphlets, technical papers, folders, maps and Bass magazines (including English, Africaans, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese & Spanish publications). Each t...
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Catalogue-Collectable Gear

By: Graham, Jamie Maxtone

Price: $19.95

Publisher: Scotland, Self-Published: 1990

Seller ID: U01673

Binding: Wraps

Condition: Good

(Description) Stapled binding remains tight. No mailing label on back cover. A catalog of antique fishing equipment
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Hardy's Anglers' Guide and Catalogue: 1954

By: Hardy Brothers

Price: $64.95

Publisher: Alnwick, Hardy Brothers Ltd.: 1954

Seller ID: U00649

Binding: Softcover

Condition: Good+

(Description) Spine still intact and holding all pages, light edgewear. Includes 1954/55 price list tucked into catalog. Colored fly plates.
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The House of Hardy, Anglers Guide and Catalogue: 1965

By: Hardy Brothers

Price: $34.95

Publisher: Alnwick, Hardy Brothers Ltd.: 1965

Seller ID: U00651

Binding: Softcover

Condition: Good

(Description) Spine still intact and holding all pages, moderate edgewear. Includes 1965/66 price list tucked into catalog.
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Hardy Fishing Tackle Guide: 1983

By: Hardy Brothers

Price: $19.95

Publisher: Alnwick, Hardy Brothers Ltd.: 1983

Seller ID: U00652

Binding: Softcover

Condition: Good

(Description) Stapled spine still intact and holding all pages, light edgewear. Includes 1983 price list tucked inside catalog.
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Hardy's Anglers' Guide and Catalogue: 1960

By: Hardy Brothers

Price: $49.95

Publisher: Alnwick, Hardy Brothers Ltd.: 1960

Seller ID: U00816

Binding: Softcover

Condition: Good+

(Description) Spine still intact and holding all pages, light edgewear. Includes 1960/61 price list tucked into catalog.
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The House the Hardy Brothers Built

By: Hardy, James L.

Price: $274.95

Publisher: England, Flyfisher's Classic Library: 1998

Seller ID: AB01083

Binding: Leather-Bound

Condition: As New

(Description) Limited Edition #225 of 950 copies bound in full black leather with gilt title and highlights and silk marker ribbon. Housed in matching cloth-covered slipcase. ***(Synopsis) The author is the last family member to work for Hardys. Since his retirement in 1992, Jim Hardy has been compiling this engrossing history of the firm. Making full use of extensive family archives, he describes and illustrates the evolution of Hardys from the early days in Alnwick after the two pioneering brothers, William and John James, set up their business in 1872. From their beginnings as tackle dealer...
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The House the Hardy Brothers Built

By: Hardy, James Leighton

Price: $749.95

Publisher: England, Flyfisher's Classic Library: 1998

Seller ID: AB01121

Binding: Leather-Bound

Condition: As New

{Website discounts not valid on this title, please call if other books are being ordered with a discount code} (Description) Limited Edition #74 of 125 copies signed by the Author, with trademark medallion inset into inside front board. Finely bound in full red leather with 2 raised bands, gilt title and highlights, marbled endpapers and silk marker ribbon. SCARCE!! ***(Synopsis) The author is the last family member to work for Hardys. Since his retirement in 1992, Jim Hardy has been compiling this engrossing history of the firm. Making full use of extensive family archives, he describes and ...
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Rod Crafting; A Full Pictorial & Written Hisstory

By: Hatton, Jeffrey

Price: $48.95

Publisher: Portland, OR, Frank Amato Publications: 2005

Seller ID: AB00025

ISBN: 1571883568

Binding: Softcover

Condition: Near Fine

(Synopsis) This unique, one-of-a-kind book is a must for anyone interested in the history of our great sport and collectors of antique fishing tackle. It takes a look at the history of fishing rods from the early 1800s to the 1970s, through text and hundreds of color photographs. With access to five private and extensive collections, Hatton covers the first three ages of rod-making: The smith age, up to 1870; the expansion era, 1870-1900; and the classic era, 1900-1970s. Forty-nine beautiful rods are featured, each with a description, history, notable features, and much more. Be warned: o...
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Rod Crafting; A Full Pictorial & Written Hisstory

By: Hatton, Jeffrey

Price: $74.95

Publisher: Portland, OR, Frank Amato Publications: 2005

Seller ID: AB00096

ISBN: 1571883576

Binding: Hardcover

Condition: Very Good+

(Description) Book & jacket slightly bumped at corners, else a new copy of this book. *** (Synopsis) This unique, one-of-a-kind book is a must for anyone interested in the history of our great sport and collectors of antique fishing tackle. It takes a look at the history of fishing rods from the early 1800s to the 1970s, through text and hundreds of color photographs. With access to five private and extensive collections, Hatton covers the first three ages of rod-making: The smith age, up to 1870; the expansion era, 1870-1900; and the classic era, 1900-1970s. Forty-nine beautiful rods are ...
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Antique & Collectible Fishing Rods

By: Homel, D. B.

Price: $394.95

Publisher: Bellingham, WA, Forrest Park Publishing: 1996

Seller ID: AB00768

ISBN: 1879522071

Binding: Full-Leather

Condition: Near Fine

{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...
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