Download or read book The Encyclopedia of Old Fishing Lures written by Robert A. Slade and published by Trafford Publishing. This book was released on 2011-12 with total page 449 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Robert A. Slade, after collecting old fishing tackle since 1958 and contributing articles on old fishing lures for a collector magazine for several years started researching and writing books in the 1990's. He published the HISTORY & COLLECTIBLE FISHING TACKLE OF WISCONSIN in 1999 which sold 4,500 copies. Bob realized that even though there have been many books published on the subject of old fishing lures that few books covered any detailed history on the old lure makers. His latest book writing project was nine years in the making and covers over 100 years of lure making history starting in 1875 and covers over 2,500 lures makers throughout all of North America. THE ENCYCLOPEDIA OF OLD FISHING LURES MADE IN NORTH AMERICA is the first publication with extensive history and patent information on old lure makers and the first to include extensive coverage on Canadian lure makers. The author traveled to 11 states and 3 Candian Providences visting collectors homes, newspaper archives, museums and other sources and has taken over 10,000 pictures in preparing the historical stories for these books. The set of books arranges for the individual and company lures makers to appear in alphabetical order. People purchasing these books can buy any one single book, a whole set, or even a book a month if they desire as the books will be printed and shipped on demand. Each book has over 400 pages of text, pictures and collector values with each book containing a table of contents and index as well as a master index for the complete set of books.
Download or read book Fishing Lure Collectibles written by Dudley Murphy and published by . This book was released on 2000-08-01 with total page 400 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Progresing from simple implements of bone, stone, and wood to metals to the elaborately feathered flies of the Victorian era, antique fishing lures are now sought as highly prized collectibles. This edition has hundreds of new photographs and much new information not included in the first edition. Chapters include the 'big ten' companies, miscellaneous companies, metal lures, handmade lures, and finally the seldom seen experimental lures. Concerned primarily with the most colectible antique fishing lures made before 1940, this deluxe hardbound book contains well over 1,300 lures beautifully reproduced in full color. Research and identification will be simple yet effective with these descriptions, sizes, dates, 2001 values, and quck comparisons of similar features of lures... AUTHORBIO: Dudley Murphy decided to become a lifelong collector of fishing lures at the age of 13, when his grandfather presented him with a gift of old Heddon, Jamison, and Clark lures. As one of the three founders of the National Fishing Lure Collector's Club, Dudley is an active collector with a variety of interest, including fishing. AUTHORBIO: Rick Edmisten was introduced to fishing at age 12 by his father, and by the time he was 18 had developed a keen interest in collecting old lures and tackle. He has hosted a successful fishing tackle collectible show from 1990 to the present, and is recognized as an authority on old tackle. He often appraises estates and collections. REVIEW: This book focuses on the "big ten" companies, metal lures, handmade lures, and the seldom seen experimental lures, and emphasizes antique lures made before 1940. Each section begins with a short introduction about the company, followed by vivid, representative color photographs that the company made. Each photo lists the name of the lure, number, date manufactured, length, collector value, and any important notes or details about the lure.
Download or read book Vintage Folk Art Fishing Lures and Tackle written by Jeff Kieny and published by Schiffer Publishing Limited. This book was released on 2011 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The significant merit and historical importance of vintage folk art fishing lures and tackle have remained largely "undiscovered" by the folk art community. This book will change that. Over 700 striking color photos and fascinating text presents vintage folk art fishing lures, predominantly from the first half of the 20th century, as small, exquisite, handcrafted treasures. Originally made only for catching fish, these lures were assembled from available materials and household supplies. Through their makers' vision and talent, miniature "sculptures" were created. Each lure is unique and personal. Detailed background, historical, and introductory sections complement photos conveying the limitless range of lure designs from primitives to elaborate folk art classics. Early folk artists including Bud Stewart, William Giles, and Burt Errett as well as contemporary artists Bob Baird, Aage Bjerring, Bill Grossman, C.B. Lewis, and C.E. Wilson are featured. First-ever detailed benchmarks to assess an individual folk art lure's quality, condition, authenticity, and value. This book is a treasure for fishermen and folk art collectors, displaying lures from both known and anonymous makers.
Download or read book The Fishing Lure Collector s Bible written by Richard L. Streater and published by . This book was released on 1999 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There are more than 1,800 lures presented from many manufacturers with heavy emphasis on Creek Chub Bait Co., Heddon, South Bend, Shakespeare, and Pflueger. In addition to the many illustrations presented by company, there are a complete index, tips on displaying your collection, and other collecting trivia. Every illustrated lure has complete descriptions, and a price range to reflect todays exciting collecting trends.
Download or read book Chesapeake Light Tackle written by Shawn Kimbro and published by . This book was released on 2012-01-01 with total page 345 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Light tackle tips and techniques for fishing the Chesapeake Bay including full color photographs, fishing reports, and conservation methods for landing big fish on light tackle
Download or read book Modern Fishing Lure Collectibles written by Russell E. Lewis and published by . This book was released on 2007 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A history, identification, and value guide of fishing lure collectibles from 1940 until the mid 1980s, including lures, reels, rods, decoys, and miscellaneous items.
Download or read book Classic Fishing Lures and Tackle written by Eric L. Sorenson and published by Voyageur Press (MN). This book was released on 2003-09 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Eric Sorenson provides historical background on the origins and evolution of fishing gear, from information on the inventors of particular pieces and backgrounds on the companies that produced them, to tips on which pieces are highly collectible and where to find them.
Download or read book The Encyclopedia of Old Fishing Lures written by Robert A. Slade and published by Trafford Publishing. This book was released on 2011-07 with total page 453 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Robert A. Slade, after collecting old fishing tackle since 1958 and contributing articles on old fishing lures for a collector magazine for several years started researching and writing books in the 1990's. He published the HISTORY & COLLECTIBLE FISHING TACKLE OF WISCONSIN in 1999 which sold 4,500 copies. Bob realized that even though there have been many books published on the subject of old fishing lures that few books covered any detailed history on the old lure makers. His latest book writing project was nine years in the making and covers over 100 years of lure making history starting in 1875 and covers over 2,500 lures makers throughout all of North America. THE ENCYCLOPEDIA OF OLD FISHING LURES MADE IN NORTH AMERICA is the first publication with extensive history and patent information on old lure makers and the first to include extensive coverage on Canadian lure makers. The author traveled to 11 states and 3 Candian Providences visting collectors homes, newspaper archives, museums and other sources and has taken over 10,000 pictures in preparing the historical stories for these books. The set of books arranges for the individual and company lures makers to appear in alphabetical order. People purchasing these books can buy any one single book, a whole set, or even a book a month if they desire as the books will be printed and shipped on demand. Each book has over 400 pages of text, pictures and collector values with each book containing a table of contents and index as well as a master index for the complete set of books.
Download or read book Classic and Antique Fly Fishing Tackle written by A. J. Campbell and published by Lyons Press. This book was released on 2002-07 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Anglers are always fascinated with fly fishing's golden age, and nothing brings back those years as 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 to the 1960s.Campbell discusses the history, design, construction, fishing characteristics, and identification of gear, and offers tips on future collectibles; he adds specific instructions for the care and repair of antique and classic tackle. (8 1/2 x 11, 368 pages, color photos, b&w photos, illustrations)A. J. Campbell has been collecting, restoring, dealing in, and fishing with antique and classic tackle most of his life. He a contributing editor for Saltwater Sportsman and lives in Maine.
Download or read book Old Fishing Lures Tackle written by Carl F. Luckey and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2010-11-09 with total page 1260 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The long-awaited 8th edition of Old Fishing Lures & Tackle -"the bible for lures collectors"- has been thoroughly updated, combining the time-honored research of the late Carl F. Luckey with essential updates from author Russell E. Lewis. It now features: • More than 2,000 photos include hundreds of new lures. • Among the 5,000 listings is fresh information on related categories like rods, reels, creels and ephemera. • A new section on "recent sales" charts the continued strength of the hobby based on solid auction results. "This book continues to be a must-have resource for any serious collector."-Recommended by AntiqueFishingLures.com"
Download or read book A Book of Trout Flies written by Preston J. Jennings and published by . This book was released on 1971 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Field Guide to Fishing Lures written by Russell E. Lewis and published by . This book was released on 2004-11 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Russell E. Lewis, author of three volumes of Modern Fishing Lure Collectibles, has produced a new title that will be a handy resource for lure lovers everywhere. Field Guide to Fishing Lures is aimed at assisting the beginning, intermediate, and advanced collector and the general antique and collectible dealer in identifying both collectible older vintage lures and the more modern classic fishing lures. It includes a cross-section of both very old and more recent collectible lures and has prices of each lure shown. With the help of this easy-to-tote guide, collectors will be able to recognize all major categories of lures and the most significant companies in the industry while hunting for additions to their collections. The book begins with the six major companies, Creek Chub Bait Company, Heddon, Paw Paw, Pfleuger, Shakespeare, and South Bend. Then an alphabetical listing of more than 200 companies highlights other significant manufacturers and their major contributions. The book continues the tradition of high quality, detailed photographs useful in identifying small nuances important in lure collecting, as well as the author's practice of providing historical data for readers. 2005 values.
Download or read book Plugger written by Rudy Grigar and published by Texas Tech University Press. This book was released on 2003-10 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Rudy Grigar shares the experiences he has had while saltwater wadefishing in the coastal waters of Texas and Louisiana.
Download or read book West Coast Vintage Salmon Lures written by Russell R. Christianson and published by . This book was released on 2020-07-31 with total page 150 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: After the turn of the 20th Century, internal combustion engines were being developed that could power small boats. A new type of fisherman was born; the commercial salmon troller. Some fishermen started developing their own metal spoons which led to several patents, opened a new market for existing metal fabricators, and inspired entrepreneurs to start new businesses specifically for making and selling metal fishing spoons. The early salmon derbies were won by fishermen using commercial trolling spoons, and this prompted another new group of entrepreneurs to start making metal lures for sport fishermen. This volume documents these lures, and the men who invented and made them. B&W photos of lures, patents, packaging and advertising. 150 B&W pages, 311 photos and illustrations, price guide. Third edition, 2020.
Download or read book The Pflueger Heritage written by Wayne Ruby and published by . This book was released on 2007-05 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Enterprise Manufacturing Company, better known as Pflueger, was the first of the Big Five lure companies to be founded, and was the largest well into the twentieth century. Pflueger s popularity flourished because the company offered quality products that caught fish. Today, those products have endured the test of time and are highly collectible. This book details the Pflueger history from its founding in 1881 through 1952. Every lure and reel found in Pflueger catalogs and the literature are listed, described, and dated. Approximately 700 photos include not onlylures and reels, but also details of Pflueger product characteristics. This book is a valuable resource for the beginning collector as well as those who are looking for unique items to round out their collections. Discussions and pictures of catalogs, patents, and advertising are also included, bringing further understanding of The Pflueger Legacy. 2007 values.
Download or read book The 2018 Whitefish Price Guide to Vintage Fishing Lures written by Matt Lollman and published by . This book was released on 2018 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book In Pursuit of Giant Bass written by Bill Murphy and published by . This book was released on 1992 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
