A natural history treating both standard and rare materials, their sources and geography, as used in classic, co by paul schmookler, ingrid v. Fly tying materials, a natural history volume 1 is devoted to birds, with 286 pages of spectacular photography. A natural history, volume ii birds and mammals by paul schmookler and ingrid sils. Rare and unusual fly tying materials trading floor. The vintage fly tying book dressed is in really good condition only. A natural history treating both standard and rare materials, their sources and geography, as used in classic, contemporary, and artistic trout and salmon flies, displayed in photographs, and in the paintings and engravings of historys greatest ornithological and zoological illustrators volume 1. Each summer the birds go into a molt and it seemed such a shame to throw away such rare feathers. Unfollow fly tying hooks to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. A natural history treating both standard and rare materials, their sources and geography, as used in classic, contemporary, and artistic trout and salmon flies as want to read. The vintage fly tying book dressed is in really good condition only used twice. Pauls salmon fly creations are unrivalled in their beauty and complexity and his persona as a fly tying. Paul schmookler is the author of rare and unusual fly tying materials 4. The hook i used is a 50 britannia from ronn lucas sr the hook profile is taken from a vintage britannia fly featured in paul schmooklers rare and unusual fly tying materials vol. Rare and unusual fly tying materialsa natural history volume 1 birds.
Helen shaw was considered the first lady of fly tying by arnold gingrich and was considered one of the premier professional fly tyers of the mid20th century. While tying their usage to classic and modern day flies and the acquisition of the materials themselves. Paul schmookler author of rare and unusual fly tying materials. However, it was not until 1993 when his first book, the salmon flies of. They talk to each other, and they buy highquality, highpriced books.
Website discounts not valid on this title, please call if other books are being ordered with a discount code synopsis published in two volumes. A natural history treating both standard and rare materials, their sources and geography, as used in classic, contemporary, and artistic trout and salmon flies hardcover january 1, 1994. Rare books, outofprint books online half price books. Rare and unusual fly tying materials volume 1 birds paul schmookler and ingrid v. Rare and unusual fly tying materials by paul schmookler vol 1.
Description book has minor dents along front edge as if dropped on this edge, also a mild bump at top corner, else near fine, clean and tight. Rare and unusual fly tying materials vol 1 spey pages. Photography of materials and flies by the authors, photography of. Rare and unusual fly tying materials posted in trading floor. Lot 262 part of the angling books from the collection of arnold jake. If you are interested in greater depth and breadth of information on feathers, genetics and hackle production, may i suggest a recently 1997 published book rare and unusual fly tying materials.
A natural history, volume 2birds and mammals 1st edition1st printing paul schmookler, ingrid v. Finding good quality classic fly tying materials is increasingly difficult. The hardcover of the rare and unusual fly tying materials. Start by marking rare and unusual fly tying materials. A natural history, volume 2birds and mammals 1st edition1st printing. Atlantic salmon fly tying materials classic salmon fly. Both volumes are magnificent the most beautiful modern books on fly tying, fly dressing materials and their related art and natural history. On the most recent orvis podcast episode tim flagler of tightline productions talks rare, unusual, and underutilized fly tying materials. Sils and paul schmookler 1994, hardcover at the best online prices at ebay. Fly tying books for sale in uk 57 used fly tying books. Rare and unusual fly tying materials by paul schmookler vol 1 ltd. Has name of former owner on back of inside cover and a few pages have slight creases done a printing. This is a mix of the patterns from francis francis, kelson and ephemera.
Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books every 1, 2, or 3 months new customers receive 15% off your. A natural history treating both standard and rare materials, their sources and geography, as used in classic, contemporary, and artistic trout and salmon flies, displayed in photographs, and in the paintings and engravings of historys greatest. It covers 115 species with all of the famous ones that the classic tier knows well blue chatterer, indian crow, toucan, guinea fowl, and dozens and dozens more. Fly tying is a worldwide affinity group whose members are now tied together by the internet. A natural history treating both standard and rare materials, their sources and geography, as used in classic, contemporary, and artistic trout and salmon flies, displayed in photographs, and in the paintings and engravings of historys greatest ornithological and. In 1994 and 1997, paul coproduced the groundbreaking coffeetable books rare and unusual fly tying materials. A natural history treating both standard and rare materials, their sources and geography, as used in classic, contemporary and artistic trout and salmon flies, displayed in photographs, and in the paintings and engravings of historys greatest ornithological and. Rare and unusual fly tying materialsa natural history volume 2 birds and mammals. Fly fishing fly tying materials the trout underground. The color photography in this book is beautiful beyond beautiful the artificial flies and materials nearly leap off the. Rare and unusual flytying materials liveauctioneers. Heralded by fly fisherman magazine and in the new york times as two of the best books for the holidays, and winner of united fly tyers bookoftheyear award. If you are interested in any of the other titles let me know and i will share what is available. Rare and unusual fly tying materials by paul schmookler vol 1 ltd ed.
A natural history treating both standard and rare materials, their sources and geography, as used in classic, contemporary and artistic trout and salmon flies, displayed in photographs, and in the paintings and engravings of historys greatest ornithological and zoological illustrators. I have been interested in exotic feathers for as long as i can remember. His elegant rare and unusual fly tying materials, volume i, is going into its third printing, to appear this fall, and volume ii is in its second. A slightly used copy of rare and unusual salmon fly tying material book. Volume 1 contains information on 115 different birds. Rare and unusual fly tying materials volume 1 by schmookler. Angling book publishers specializing in coffee table sized books for gifts and holidays. A natural history treating both standard and rare materials, their sources and geography, as used in classic, contemporary, and artistic trout and salmon flies paul schmookler. This is for ten flamed bower bird feathers for tying classic salmon flies or creative fly tying. Vintage fly tying book dressed to kill trout fishi dressed to kill seventy successful trout lures international guide to flytying materials fishing 1st edition hardback book in amazing condition. A natural history treating both standard and rare materials, their sources and geography, as used in classic, contemporary, and artistic trout and salmon flies, displayed in photographs, and in the paintings and engravings of historys greatest ornithological and zoological illustrators. It covers 115 species with all of the famous ones that the classic tier knows well blue chatterer, indian crow. Flytyingmaterials, tools and techniques was a flytying bible in its time.
145 514 979 340 768 906 184 858 274 973 512 374 80 767 677 1137 587 1550 319 665 1068 444 462 1287 1017 698 1078 615 1484 485 1052