Cast From the Past: Solon Philippe Presentation Rod and Reel
One of the true American fly fishing treasures is a finely engraved bamboo fly rod made by Samuel Philippe’s son, Solon Philippe. Solon’s father Samuel …
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Cast From the Past: Billinghurst Birdcage Reels
The birdcage reels are an iconic American design and invention. These reels, named for their wire open-ring, cage-like constructions were side-mounted horizontally on the rod, …
Cast From The Past: Fishing Cigar Box Labels
One of the relatively obscure categories for collectors of piscatoriana involves saving those old cigar boxes from the turn of the century. Cigar box labels …
Cast From The Past: Pike and Pike Fly
This vintage monster pike fly, possibly a Common Peacock pattern, is tied with a peacock herl wing on a large 10/0 double hook, was used …
Cast From The Past: Jones Exhibition Fly Rod, Reel and Wallet
This gold set of fly tackle was made by J. Jones of 111 Jermyn Street in London for the Exhibition of 1851. J. Jones was …
Cast From the Past: The Hardy Brass Perfect Gweedore Reel
This rare Hardy first model brass Perfect three-inch reel was formerly owned by James L. Hardy, the grandson of the founder William Hardy. J.L. Hardy …
Cast From The Past: William Blacker’s Last Fly
This beautiful and rare salmon fly is purported to be the last fly tied by William Blacker, who is considered to be one of the …
Cast From The Past: G. Little Fly Reel and Flies From Ronald’s Fly-Fisher’s Entomology
This fine engraved brass trout reel from G. Little and Co., 15 Fetter Lane, London, “Makers to H.R.H Prince of Wales” is a good example …
Cast From The Past: Thomas Mack Salmon Rod with Vom Hofe Reel
This rare early American Thomas Mack Rod measures 14 feet three inches and is a two-handed salmon rod in four sections built circa 1860-1870. The …
Fly Fishing History Comes Alive at 1990 Jackson Hole One Fly
The first video of the Jackson Hole One Fly four years after its inception featuring fly fishing notables Joan and Lee Wulf, Curt Gowdy, …