Practical Fishing Knots (Paperback)

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Key Phrases: heavier mono, trim the tag end, shock leader, Bimini Twist, Nail Knot, Surgeon's Knot (more...)

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"Everything you need to know about fishing knots. The only thing this book will not do is practice tying knots for you."--Sports Afield
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"Everything you need to know about fishing knots. The only thing this book will not do is practice tying knots for you."--Sports Afield

"the definitive book on fishing knots." --The St. Paul Pioneer Press

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Product Details Paperback: 144 pages Publisher: The Lyons Press; 1st edition (September 1, 1991) Language: English ISBN-10: 1558211020 ISBN-13: 978-1558211025 Product Dimensions: 5.4 x 1.9 x 0.4 inches Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies) Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews) Amazon.com Sales Rank: #528,112 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Lefty Kreh

Mark Sosin

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First Sentence:
A knot is nothing more than a connection. Read the first page

Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
heavier mono, trim the tag end, shock leader, class tippet, standing part, mono loop, butt section, shock tippet, fly line, overhand knot, braided wire, tapered leader, leader tippet, hook shank, crimping tool, use your right hand, leader material

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Bimini Twist, Nail Knot, Surgeon's Knot, Haywire Twist, Huffnagle Knot, Surgeon's Loop, Australian Plait, Homer Rhode Loop Knot, Duncan Loop, Some Final Thoughts, Square Knot, Trilene Knot

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This book cites 2 books:

• Fishing the Flats (Salt Water Sportsman Library) by Mark Sosin in Front Matter
• Fly Fishing in Saltwater by Lefty Kreh in Front Matter

 

36 books cite this book:

• Atlantic Salmon Chronicles: The Fish, the Rivers, the Fly-Fishing Techniques and Equipment by E. RICHARD NIGHTINGALE on page 151, and Back Matter
• Bonefish, Tarpon, Permit : Fly Fishing Guide: The Big Three by Al Raychard on page 49, and page 79
• Trout Fisher's Almanac: Expert Advice from America's Greatest Anglers by Sid Evans on page 58, and page 100
• Fly-Fish Better: Practical Advice On Tackle, Methods, And Flies by Art Scheck on page 35, and page 46
• First Cast: Teaching Kids to Fly-Fish by Phil Genova on page 102, and page 155

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Fly Fishing for Dummies by Peter Kaminsky

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L. L. Bean Fly-Fishing Handbook by Dave Whitlock

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• class tippet
• butt section
• shock tippet

Lefty Kreh's Ultimate Guide to Fly Fishing by Lefty Kreh

Discusses:

• heavier mono
• trim the tag end
• shock leader

The Orvis Fly-Fishing Guide by Tom Rosenbauer

Discusses:

• shock leader
• butt section
• shock tippet

Guide to Fly Fishing Knots by Larry V. Notley

Discusses:

• trim the tag end
• class tippet
• standing part

Bluewater Fly Fishing by Trey Combs

Discusses:

• class tippet
• butt section
• shock tippet

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews 26 of 26 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars This is a must-have reference for the fisherman., March 15, 1998 By A Customer This book is one of the best sources for fishing knots, and knot tying, that you can find. The organization is such that you can find quickly several knot options for the task in mind, clear text that explains strengths and weaknesses of each knot and its use, and excellent diagrams that, with a little practice, make the knot yours. I give this book a 9 only because there are a few knots, and short-cut methods of tying them, such as the Turrel (sometimes called Turtle) knot, which are not included. If they were, then this near-ten would be an eleven. This book not only belongs on your book shelf, it needs to be in your tackle box. 10 of 11 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars Easily the best book on fishing knots, October 31, 2002 By  J. Gabrielson (Seattle, WA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)    I've looked through all the other books on knots (and/or fishing knots), and even own some of them. This book is the hands-down winner. First, it has ALL the knots. Second, it's very specific about how to tie them, including how many wraps for different situations, and which side the tag end should come through, etc. The only problem with the book is that it can be a little hard for a beginner to figure out what basic set of knots s/he needs for a particular type of fishing (e.g., fly fishing). Although the book makes an effort at this, their suggestions don't jibe with what I've learned in the field and are a bit too complicated. 5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book. Very worth owning, May 5, 2009 By  R. Smith (MN United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)    I refer to this book regularly. It is an excellent book on knots. I am very pleased.		Ad feedback   Most Recent Customer Reviews 5.0 out of 5 stars Ricky This is a great Book for any Fisherman! I'm a fourth generation commercial fisherman and a dedicated sports fisherman; did I learn any new knots? Just one! Read more Published 9 months ago by Richard E. Polous Jr. 1.0 out of 5 stars look elsewhere on the surface, the book gives nice illustrations of general knots. the diagrams are clear cut and tying steps seem easy until you actually do it. Read more Published on June 28, 2007 by bummed out 4.0 out of 5 stars Mostly Practical Knots I enjoy this book. It is well written and generally well illustrated. The book would have been improved by a more careful edit before publication. Read more Published on January 7, 2006 by Kenneth C. Jezek 4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book This book gives the answers to the questions that most authors forget to give. I enjoyed reading and using the ideals that where in the book. Published on May 20, 2000 Search Customer Reviews Only search this product's reviews

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Product Details

• Paperback: 144 pages
• Publisher: The Lyons Press; 1st edition (September 1, 1991)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1558211020
• ISBN-13: 978-1558211025
• Product Dimensions: 5.4 x 1.9 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #528,112 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

26 of 26 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This is a must-have reference for the fisherman., March 15, 1998

By A Customer

This book is one of the best sources for fishing knots, and knot tying, that you can find. The organization is such that you can find quickly several knot options for the task in mind, clear text that explains strengths and weaknesses of each knot and its use, and excellent diagrams that, with a little practice, make the knot yours. I give this book a 9 only because there are a few knots, and short-cut methods of tying them, such as the Turrel (sometimes called Turtle) knot, which are not included. If they were, then this near-ten would be an eleven. This book not only belongs on your book shelf, it needs to be in your tackle box.

10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Easily the best book on fishing knots, October 31, 2002

By	J. Gabrielson (Seattle, WA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I've looked through all the other books on knots (and/or fishing knots), and even own some of them. This book is the hands-down winner. First, it has ALL the knots. Second, it's very specific about how to tie them, including how many wraps for different situations, and which side the tag end should come through, etc. The only problem with the book is that it can be a little hard for a beginner to figure out what basic set of knots s/he needs for a particular type of fishing (e.g., fly fishing). Although the book makes an effort at this, their suggestions don't jibe with what I've learned in the field and are a bit too complicated.

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book. Very worth owning, May 5, 2009

By	R. Smith (MN United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I refer to this book regularly. It is an excellent book on knots. I am very pleased.