PIKE ON THE PLUG: NOTES ON BAIT-CASTING BY THE AMERICAN METHOD. By Sidney Spencer.
1936 1st edition. 8vo (140 x 200mm). Pp183. B/w photographs. Dark green cloth, spine titled in white.
Sidney Spencer introduces American lures and artificial baits to the British pike fisherman. This is a thorough, comprehensive discussion drawing heavily from the author's own experience which includes consideration of the appropriate types of reel and rod. Chapters include: Bait-casting reels - a comparison; Rods; Multiplying reels (Pflueger, South Bend, Meek); Lines and traces; Underwater baits; Surface baits; Lures; Casting; Choosing and working the bait; Striking, playing and landing pike; Pike ways - when and where to fish; General equipment - the care of tackle.
Sidney Spencer introduces American lures and artificial baits to the British pike fisherman. This is a thorough, comprehensive discussion drawing heavily from the author's own experience which includes consideration of the appropriate types of reel and rod. Chapters include: Bait-casting reels - a comparison; Rods; Multiplying reels (Pflueger, South Bend, Meek); Lines and traces; Underwater baits; Surface baits; Lures; Casting; Choosing and working the bait; Striking, playing and landing pike; Pike ways - when and where to fish; General equipment - the care of tackle.
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46065
| Author | Spencer (Sidney). (1902-1976). |
|---|---|
| Book Code | 46065 |
| ISBN | B001AW3WCU. |
| Book Description | Cloth slightly marked, spine ends worn. Good-plus. Lacks dust-wrapper. |
| Book Cover | Hardcover |
| Published Date | 1936 |
| Publisher | H. F. and G. Witherby. |
| Place | London. |