by Frank Elder (1979)

I was unsure where to place this request as I reckon that more tyers as opposed to anglers may be interested and have knowledge of this book.

Basically it gets good reviews from the tyers and is priced at around £25.00 or millioms of pounds for the leather bound jobbie.

Is it worth reading is basically what I am asking the foum?

Looking forward to any replies.

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Yes, it is worth a read.It is mostly about breeding for hackle colour, shape and quality.The Frank Elder strain are still running about, though somewhat mixed by now.

Some 20 years ago I knew a guy who was trying to breed from Elder's old flock.He ran a company called Scott Capes based in Carluke.
Nothing at all came of it.
Chancer is the word that comes to mind.

The answer is yes its a very good book.
But look on ebay as a few turn up for about £10 from time to time.

Gary

Nicho Bamboo Rod Co

Thanks for the views and replies guys I'll be looking out for a copy.

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Loopy
I have the leather bound limited issue that includes inset hackles of all the defined colours and hues. Happy to bring it to AGM in Jan if you intend coming along

Trust you Salmo.

Wouldn't miss either

Cheers

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