Fishing Bamboo by John Gierach 8'6" The gold standard of handcrafted

The gold standard of handcrafted reels

My usual varnish job

3 1/2" in diameter in used but mechanically sound condition

Maxwell was also responsible for passing on the craft to many contemporary makers

and so forth were the same high quality as my regular models (I had to discontinue it when demand for my other models became unfillable in a reasonable time)

Fishing Bamboo by John Gierach 8'6" The gold standard of handcraftedA handsome limited edition copy by well known angling writer John Gierach. This book covers his foray into the world of bamboo rods, and is a great primer which includes many of the makers and history of the craft. Comes with a slip case. This run was limited to 750 copies. Great condition, no wear and tear at all.