Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #1288015 in Books
• Published on: 1998-06
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Hardcover
• 191 pages

Synopsis
For the novice rod-maker, this book demystifies the complexities of the craft and makes bamboo rod building accessible and enjoyable. Experienced rod builders will find in it new approaches to time-honoured techniques. The book covers everything you need to know to start and complete the task, including setting up a proper workshop, procuring essential tools and materials, selecting bamboo that is best-suited for fly rods, treating and caring for bamboo cane prior to construction, developing and refining the rod design, choosing a reel seat, and caring for the finished rod.