RODS: HOW TO MAKE THEM. By J.B. Walker. Series editor Kenneth Mansfield.
1959 1st edition. Small format (95 x 167mm). Pp94. B/w illustrations. Blue boards, spine titled in dark blue.
Another title in the excellent 'How to Catch Them' series. "In this book J.B. Walker tells how every angler may possess the 'high quality specialist article' to suit every condition and occasion. Rod-making is a fascinating pastime that is immensely rewarding both in the saving of money and in the satisfaction it brings." Chapters include: Materials and fittings: Timbers; Whole canes and reeds; Built cane; Making built cane; Fibre glass; Steel tube; Ferrules; Handle fittings; Rod rings; Construction of the rod: Handles; Fitting ferrules; Whipping; Varnishing; Rod design and specifications; The care of rods. An appendix gives instructions on making a rod bag.
Another title in the excellent 'How to Catch Them' series. "In this book J.B. Walker tells how every angler may possess the 'high quality specialist article' to suit every condition and occasion. Rod-making is a fascinating pastime that is immensely rewarding both in the saving of money and in the satisfaction it brings." Chapters include: Materials and fittings: Timbers; Whole canes and reeds; Built cane; Making built cane; Fibre glass; Steel tube; Ferrules; Handle fittings; Rod rings; Construction of the rod: Handles; Fitting ferrules; Whipping; Varnishing; Rod design and specifications; The care of rods. An appendix gives instructions on making a rod bag.
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Book Code
38734
| Author | Walker (J.B.). |
|---|---|
| Book Code | 38734 |
| ISBN | B000SAAK52. |
| Book Description | Various minor faults (boards marked / dented, slight spotting, usual slight browning, inscription). Good-plus in poor / remnant dust-wrapper. |
| Book Cover | Hardcover |
| Published Date | 1959 |
| Publisher | Herbert Jenkins. |
| Place | "How to catch them" series. |