The Lovely Reed : An Enthusiast's Guide to Building Bamboo Fly Rods
Howell, Jack
From Fireside Angler, Smithtown, NY, U.S.A.
AbeBooks Seller Since October 2, 2014
From Fireside Angler, Smithtown, NY, U.S.A.
AbeBooks Seller Since October 2, 2014
About this Item
Book: Bears Pruett's library stamp on FFEP Size: 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. Seller Inventory # 190009
Bibliographic Details
Title: The Lovely Reed : An Enthusiast's Guide to ...
Publisher: Pruett Publishing Company, Boulder, CO
Publication Date: 1998
Binding: Hard Cover
Illustrator: Walinchus, Rod
Condition: Fine
Dust Jacket Condition: Fine
Edition: First Edition, First Printing.
About this title
Bamboo rods feel great; in addition to carrying all the aesthetic advantages of an object lovingly handcrafted from natural materials, they more vividly transfer every physical sensation of fly-fishing: the cast, the strike, the fight.
Indeed, bamboo rod making reaffirms fly fishing's genteel underpinnings as it recalls the romance, folklore, and literature of the sport. Experienced rod builders will find new insights into time-honored techniques. For the beginner, this book demystifies the complexities of the craft, making bamboo rod building accessible and enjoyable. Comprehensive chapters instruct on the best bamboo for fly rods, treating and caring for bamboo cane prior to construction, essential tools and materials, bamboo preparation, rod design, care for the rod, and selecting a reel seat. Over 150 photos illustrate each step and complement the book's accessible approach to a complex craft. A book by an enthusiast for enthusiasts, readers will find bamboo rod building an engrossing occupation for the hands and an escape for the mind.
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