Founded on Nature and Tested by Experience of Nearly Forty Years, in Various Parts of the United Kingdom: With Instructions for Imitating All the Most Useful Flies, Also Remarks on Fly-Rods, the Best - Hardcover

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9780484063982: Founded on Nature and Tested by Experience of Nearly Forty Years, in Various Parts of the United Kingdom: With Instructions for Imitating All the Most Useful Flies, Also Remarks on Fly-Rods, the Best

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ISBN 10: 0484063987 ISBN 13: 9780484063982

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Master the art of fly fishing with time‑tested patterns and practical, clear guidance.

This classic guide explains how to imitate trout foods in detail and shows you how to choose, tie, and use authentic artificial flies for angling across the United Kingdom.

This edition collects practical instructions for imitating the most useful flies, notes on fly-rods and the best woods, and plenty of firsthand experience from a long career in the field. It blends technique with entertaining anecdotes to help you understand why certain imitations work.

How to observe fish behavior and choose flies that match the moment and the water.
Step‑by‑step fly patterns including classic Ephemera and beetle imitators, with material notes.
Guidance on rod construction, gear, and making flies at home to suit different waters.
Tips on reading the water and presenting flies to maximize striking opportunities.

Ideal for readers who enjoy hands‑on, practical fly-fishing advice and want to recreate traditional imitations with confidence.

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