ROD MAKING. By Peter Stone.

1961 1st edition (Issue C). Small 8vo paperback (118 x 178mm). Pp150. Line illustrations. Second paperback issue - blue, white and orange illustrated card covers.

"Those anglers who still consider the building of a rod beyond them will be grateful for this book which will soon convince them that rod-making is within the reach of all. Each operation is clearly and simply explained. ...Fifteen different rods are listed with comments on each, the materials required and the approximate price. There is also a chapter on rod-repairing, and the author ...goes on to the care of rods, and the correct way to handle them". Includes instructions on making bite indicators. There are two issues of the first paperback edition. The first has covers illustrated with a green, black and white photograph. The second is in a slightly smaller format and has green, white and orange illustrated covers. Issue C - 2nd paperback issue.