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Amateur Rodmaking by Perry D. Frazer
- Published by Outing Publishing Company
- Copyright 1914 (first edition)
- Hardcover
- 220 pages
Condition:Modest external evidence of handling/age including some minor marks. Ownership stamp neatly placed on first free endpaper, otherwise clean/unmarked inside. Very solid/appealing genuine 1914 first edition of this classic reference. See photos.
Synopsis:Amateur Rodmaking (1914) by Perry D. Frazer is a pioneering guide to crafting fishing rods at home, from history and materials to detailed instructions for building one-, two-, and three-piece bait-casting, saltwater, bass, trout, and salmon fly rods. With an extensive section on split-bamboo construction, black-and-white line illustrations, and practical advice on tools and techniques, this foundational text influenced generations of anglers and rodmakers through the mid-20th century.
Why You’ll Love It:
- Foundational 1914 guide to DIY rodmaking—essential for fly fishing history
- Detailed split-bamboo techniques and illustrations for hands-on builders
- Rare vintage angling reference, influential from 1910s-1940s
- Perfect for collectors of fishing tackle, bamboo rod enthusiasts
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