Master's Fly Box: America’s Best Anglers Share Their Favorite Trout Flies (Fly Tyer)

The author/editor's technique of interviewing experienced anglers and guides about how they fish and the flies they use lets him relate all this important information in a fun, conversational style. As a result of this unique method -- blending fishing with fly tying -- The Master's Fly Box will have no direct competition; it will appeal to readers who both tie and fish, as well as those who do not tie their own flies but are seeking sound information about how and where to catch trout.

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The Master's Fly Box is a one-of-a-kind compendium of insights, techniques, and recipes from twenty-one premier practitioners of the art of fly-tying, including their experienced advice on catching trout across North America. With more than 250 full-color photographs of their flies, along with complete pattern recipes, it provides valuable insights into the secrets of these undisputed masters.
Chapter by chapter, the anglers describe their practiced approach to fly design and their favorite fishing techniques, and they provide indispensable advice on where to fish, when to fish, and how to select flies. With keen insights into both fly tying and fishing, The Master's Fly Box is a treasure chest of practical information for any fly angler, anywhere. ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Dave Klausmeyer is editor and photographer of Fly Tyer magazine. His articles and photography have appeared in many periodicals including American Angler, Saltwater Fly Fishing, Fly Fisherman, Fly Rod & Reel, and Gray's Sporting Journal. His books include Trout Streams of Northern New England (Countryman Press, 2001) , Tying Contemporary Saltwater Flies (Countryman Press, 2002) , Tying Classic Freshwater Streamers (Countryman Press, 2004) , Rocky Mountain Trout Flies: A Postcard Book (Lyons Press, 2004) Unnaturals: (Countryman Press, 2006) , Thunder Creek Streamers,with Keith Fulsher(Stackpole Books, 2006) , Guide Flies (Countryman Press, 2007) , Striped Bass Flies: Patterns of the Pros (Countryman Press, 2007) .

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