Rod Building & Repair

Provides the reader with a clear & articulate path through each phase of rod weaving. Photos & diagrams.

A detailed work covering all aspects thread art from simple weaves to writing a name. Over 100 separate patterns, never before published, are pictured with step-by-step wrapping instructions. 200 B&W photos & illus; 7x10 inches, 240 pgs.

First book of its type to chronicle the evolution of the modern fly line. Detailed profiles of 40+ of the major firms selling fly lines in America from 1816 to date. Foreword by Leon Chandler. 260+ graphics of fly lines & historical info; 8x11 inches, 166

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 expans

Explains how to prevent problems, evaluate old equip, repair broken reels & lures, maintaining & repairing rods, lines, waders, & more. Full color t/out; 6x9 inches, 160 pgs.

Rod maker and dedicated fly fisher Jerry Kustich invites us through the rod shop door and bids us welcome. We meet the craftsmen we've only imagined, free thinking rod makers with humor, dedication, and lively conversation, immersed in the business of bev

Celebrates the art of the bamboo fly rod & offers a detailed & memorable portrait of the pleasures of "fishing bamboo." Has a helpful bibliography & lists of reliable rod dealers & modern bamboo rod-makers. A classic intro to bamboo rods & to the subcultu

Billy shares his knowledge, experience & passion for wrapping custom patterns, with over 100 unique patterns with images & instructions. Includes: thread, color preservers, gradient (fading) wraps, set-up, keeping track of your work, thread packing, tying

Interviews with 16 contemporary rodmakers, including Mike Clark, Walt Carpenter, John Bradford, Jim Hidy, & more. The author test-casted the rods, then interviewed the makers to get the story behind the rod's making. In-depth stories, clear, detailed desc

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 expans

This book features 80 full-color, step-by-step photographs and accompanying text for hand-crafting your own quality fly rod. Professional rod builder Louis Garcia meticulously shows you exactly how to do it from selecting the blank to completing the wraps

Takes the beginning rod maker through clear steps to creating a handmade fly rod that will fish with the best of them but won't break the bank. 225 B&W photos; 8.5x11 inches, 224 pgs.

Think you need an engineering degree to build your own rod? Think again. Building your own rod is challenging, rewarding, & fun! Covers: blanks & components; rod-building tools; adhesive & bonding techniques; understanding rod spine; grip, handle, & seat

Think you need an engineering degree to build your own rod? Think again. Building your own rod is challenging, rewarding, & fun! Covers: blanks & components; rod-building tools; adhesive & bonding techniques; understanding rod spine; grip, handle, & seat

An exciting exploration into the world of modern split bamboo rodmaking. Discover the latest creative genius from professional & amateur craftsmen worldwide. Latest trends, techniques, & innovations found in today's world of split bamboo rodmaking. Charts

Originally published in 1921, includes 17 prominent authors who offer their knowledge of every aspect of fly fishing from "A History of Fly Rods in North America" by Ferris Greenslet to a chapter on saltwater fly fishing by Arthur F. Bell. 6x9 inches, 21

Easy to follow step by step instruction with diagrams showing how to wrap a variety of designs. Book 1 covers: Diamond, Flag, Box, Fish; Book 2 covers: Maze, Thunderbird, Cross, Tuna.

Follow a craftsman & his soul mate through 4 seasons of rodmaking while he perfects his skills amid the woods & waters of Maine & Michigan. Unlike a rod-making manual, the charts, drawings, & taper tables are missing. Instead prose and lyric tell a wonder

This book features 80 full-color, step-by-step photographs and accompanying text for hand-crafting your own quality fly rod. Professional rod builder Louis Garcia meticulously shows you exactly how to do it from selecting the blank to completing the wraps

Easy to follow step by step instruction with diagrams showing how to wrap a variety of designs. Book 1 covers: Diamond, Flag, Box, Fish; Book 2 covers: Maze, Thunderbird, Cross, Tuna.