19th Century Fishing Lures [Illustrated] [Hardcover]

Arlan Carter (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 1, 2000

Beginning in the mid to late 1800s, firms such as J.T. Buel, W.D. Chapman, and the Enterprise Manufacturing Company produced lures that rivaled their overseas counterparts both in quantity and quality. This book provides a written and visual history of these and many other American lure companies. Collectors will enjoy this complete history of several of America's earliest fishing lure manufacturers - prior to 1901. 2000 values.

Editorial Reviews

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The material in this book is a combination of photographs, catalog illustrations, and where available, a patent drawing of the lure. The major companies are arranged in a loose chronological order determined by the date of their first patent. The information in the book will help readers better understand the beginnings of the lure industry and give readers a better appreciation of the craftsmanship and beauty found in these old lures.

About the Author

Arlan Carter and his wife Loretta live in Fall Creek, Wisconsin, and operate the Northland Fishing Museum and Wildlife Art Gallery in Osseo, Wisconsin. He has been an active member of the National Fishing Lure Collector Club for the last 20 years. He and his wife host an annual NFLCC club sanctioned meeting at Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 304 pages
• Publisher: Collector Books; 1 edition (April 1, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 157432165X
• ISBN-13: 978-1574321654
• Product Dimensions: 11.3 x 8.8 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,230,900 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #82 in Books > Crafts, Hobbies & Home > Antiques & Collectibles > Sports Memorabilia

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This is an excellent book - one of the best I've ever read!, July 30, 2000

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Carl C. Manion (San Antonio, TX USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: 19th Century Fishing Lures (Hardcover)

This is an outstanding book for anyone who is interested in early metal, "spinner" type lures. Up until now, metal lures have been a largely overlooked and under-rated area of tackle collecting. In his book, Mr. Carter combines a wonderful collection of pictures with detailed information. This is a real gem of a book and should definitely be added to every tackle collector's reference library.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A MUST HAVE REFERENCE FOR TRUE COLLECTORS, July 13, 2000

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Bob Bulkley (Evansville,In) - See all my reviews

This review is from: 19th Century Fishing Lures (Hardcover)

I've read them all but this book is the best. Not only does it offer values and great illustrations it also provides a snapshot of the lure maker. You will be amazed at what you didn't know about these ancient lures.

5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A superbly produced collector & dealer reference guide., August 5, 2000

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Midwest Book Review (Oregon, WI USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: 19th Century Fishing Lures (Hardcover)

Arlan Carter's 19th Century Fishing Lures is outstanding both as a collector's guide and as a fisherman's general reading reference. Chapters document lures manufactured before 1901 and provide color photos and histories organized by manufacturer. A 'must' for the avid fisherman, and a nice gift package.