The Basic Manual of Fly-Tying: Fundamentals of Imitation

By Donald L. Puterbaugh and Paul N. Fling

Packed with insider tips and tricks for every style and tying method. Bonus : Dozens of ties shown in full color. "...down-to-basics approach that emphasizes sound fundamentals. It's a great device for a beginner--like having a friend peer over your shoulder, giving you helpful advice every step of the way. The text and how-to illustrations are clear and perfectly complement each other."-- Field & Stream . "Fundamental enough for the true beginner."-- Int'l Marine Angler . "The information is aimed at beginners and intermediate practitioners....This is an excellent purchase."-- Library Journal .

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0806986549
• ISBN13: 9780806986548
• Release Date: December 1992
• Publisher: Sterling
• Length: 224 Pages
• Weight: 1.42 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 8.3" x 11.0"

Customer Reviews

Very well written entry level book

I found this book very easy to understand compared to similar technical books. Illustrations and details of tying techniques are excellent. I would recommend this book to anyone considering this sport.

excellent basics of flytying book for beginners and above.

After little formal training and some flytying kit manuals , I found Fling and Puterbaugh's manual. It was just what I needed to continue in my hobby. The authors' include thorough chapters on tools,work environments and materials. Nothing is assumed in this book. Although the sections on insect life cycles are just a brief overview, the specific patterns shown include excellent step by step drawings to walk even a 9 year old through with ease. This text has become my new fly tying instructor