The Sea-Fisherman: Comprising the Chief Methods of Hook and Line Fishing in the British and Other Seas, and Remarks On Nets, Boats, and Boating

Wilcocks, James C.

Sports & Outdoors

Nabu Press

History

This scarce antiquarian book comprises the third edition of a comprehensive guide to the main methods of hook and line fishing in the British and other seas, as well as remarks on nets, boats, and boating, profusely illustrated with woodcuts of leads, baited hooks, knots, nets, and boats. The object of this work to provide general information of the habits of Sea-fish, as well as correct details of the gear and tackle in a manner designed to illustrate to the amateur a faithful representation thereof. A perfect book for beginners and seasoned anglers alike, this text constitutes a must-have addition to any collection of angling literature. Chapters included herein are: Marks, and How to take them; Methods of Fishing; Shifting Leads for Sea-side visitors, Gear or Tackle required in Sea-fishing; Ground-fishing Gear; Lines; Baits; How to Cure Whiting; Disgorgers; A Day’s Whiting-fishing; and many more. This rare book was originally published in 1875 and is proudly republished here complete with a new introduction to the subject.

The Sea-Fisherman - Comprising the Chief Methods of Hook and Line Fishing in the British and Other Seas, and Remarks on Nets, Boats, and Boating

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The Sea-Fisherman: Comprising the Chief Methods of Hook and Line Fishing in the British and Other Seas, and Remarks On Nets, Boats, and Boating

The Sea-Fisherman: Comprising the Chief Methods of Hook and Line Fishing in the British and Other Seas, and Remarks On Nets, Boats, and Boating

The Sea-Fisherman - Comprising the Chief Methods of Hook and Line Fishing in the British and Other Seas, and Remarks on Nets, Boats, and Boating