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FLY TYING MADE CLEAR AND SIMPLE
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Skip Morris
Frank Amato Publications, November 1997
Binding Type: Spiral-Softcover

Expert tier Skip Morris shows how easy it is to tie excellent flies in this all-color book. Over 220 color photographs show all the techniques you need to know. Seventy three different materials in color plus 27 tools. Clear, precise advice tells you how to do it step-by-step as well as pointing out difficulties and explaining how to overcome them. 8x11 inches, 80 pages.
THE FLY TYING BIBLE: 100 DEADLY TROUT & SALMON FLIES IN STEP-BY-STEP PHOTOGRAPHS
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Peter Gathercole
Barron's Education Series, January 2003
Binding Type: Spiral-Hardcover

Each of 100 fly patterns is presented in a two-page spread: an enlarged photo and textual description on the left-hand page, complemented with a set of step-by-step, clearly captioned photos on the facing page. 600 color photos; 5.75x7.75, 256 pgs.
BARR FLIES: HOW TO TIE AND FISH THE COPPER JOHN, THE BARR EMERGER, AND DOZENS OF OTHER PATTERNS, VARIATIONS, AND RIGS
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John S. Barr
STACKPOLE BOOKS, August 2007
Binding Type: Hardcover

Barr shares his "confidence" patterns, the flies that he carries with him at all times to cover nearly every scenario an angler might encounter on the water. When used at an appropriate time with a good presentation, they are guaranteed to catch fish. Barr tells how he developed each fly, gives tips on when & how to fish them, & explains how he fishes multiple-fly rigs with the Copper John as the center of a 3-fly system that optimizes fish-catching potential. 570 color fly photos by Charlie Craven, 22 illus; 8.5x11 inches, 184 pgs.
CHARLIE CRAVEN'S BASIC FLY TYING
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Charlie Craven
STACKPOLE BOOKS, August 2008
Binding Type: Hardcover

A modern course in fly-tying fundamentals covering the essential tools, materials, & techniques needed to tie a wide range of popular flies. Covers cutting-edge techniques for the more tried-and-true classics, such as the Royal Wulff, Adams, & Hare’s Ear, & shares innovative approaches to current patterns such as the Brassie, RS2, & Copper John. 1,000 color photos; 8.5 x 11 inches, 288 pgs.
THE BENCHSIDE INTRODUCTION TO FLY TYING
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Ted Leeson & Jim Schollmeyer
Frank Amato Publications, April 2006
Binding Type: Spiral-Hardcover

The first 50 pages of this oversized, spiral-bound book are filled with fly-tying techniques, the last 150 pages are cut horizontally across the page. The top half of the page shows the tying steps for 100+ of today's best patterns, and includes references to techniques that are explained and pictured in the bottom half. This unique format allows detailed instructions on each specific step/technique required to tie the fly-- more then 100 patterns in all! 1500+ color photos; 9x12 inches, 189 pgs.
LAFONTAINE'S LEGACY: THE LAST FLIES FROM AN AMERICAN MASTER
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Al Beatty
GLOBE PEQUOT ( THE LYONS PRESS, FALCON), August 2008
Binding Type: Hardcover

Lafontaine's methods changed fly tying in America. The 26 patterns with proper tying instructions detailed here are the final legacy of him. The Beattys provide thorough tying instructions which are accompanied by vivid color photos to depict the various stages of creating each pattern on the tying bench as well as the completed fly. Documents an important piece of American fly-fishing history. 7x9 inches, 128 pgs.
FEDERATION OF FLY FISHERS FLY PATTERN ENCYCLOPEDIA: OVER 1600 OF THE BEST FLY PATTERNS
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Al & Gretchen Beatty
Frank Amato Publications, July 2000
Binding Type: Softcover

The flies, ideas, & techniques shared herein are from the "best of the best" demonstration fly tiers North America has to offer. The tiers are the famous as well as the unknown with one simple characteristic in common; they freely share their knowledge. Many of the unpublished patterns in this book contain materials, tips, tricks, or gems or info never before seen. Full color; Individual fly plates, 227 pgs.
ART OF FLY TYING
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John van Vliet
CREATIVE PUBLISHING/QUAYSIDE, September 2007
Binding Type: Hardcover

Gorgeous! Step-by-step procedures for tying every popular fly pattern. 200+ classic patterns for beautiful & effective flies + a whole new chapter on saltwater flies. The classic instruction book for beginning & novice flytiers. Comes with companion CD-ROM with tying techniques & instructions live. 9x11 inches, 144 pgs.
TYING & FISHING SOFT-HACKLED NYMPHS
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Allen McGee
Frank Amato Publications, January 2007
Binding Type: Softcover

How to imitate sub-surface aquatic insects using both traditional & modern soft-hackled nymphs & flymphs along with the most effective presentation techniques. By exploring effective thread & translucent fur body material combinations, as well as game-bird hackle collars, these flies take on life-like properties. Full color; 8.5x11 inches, 96 pgs.
FLY TYING WITH A.K. - PATTERNS & PROBLEM SOLVING WITH NEW MATERIALS & TECHNIQUES
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A.K. Best
STACKPOLE BOOKS, August 2008
Binding Type: Softcover

Tips & techniques from master fly tier Best help you meet the challenges of today’s new tying materials. Addresses several common tying problems & gives solutions that every tier can use. Describes new materials & patterns, explains how they differ from traditional materials, & what that means for today’s fisherman. 314 color photos; 8.5x11 inches, 132 pgs.