Want to start tying or finally understand your gear? This two-book set gives you both: Eric Leiser’s step-by-step Complete Book of Fly Tying (1977, first edition) and Harmon Henkin’s Fly Tackle (1976) on rods, reels, lines, and tools.
Together, they cover materials, patterns, and the hardware choices that make them work. It’s a practical, giftable pair for any fly angler.
Quick Specs
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Item Type: Vintage hardcover bundle with dust jackets
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Sizes: 9×9×1 in (241 pp); 9×6×~1 in (240 pp)
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Material/Colors: Cloth boards; B/W drawings and photos; printed jackets
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Origin/Maker: Alfred A. Knopf (NY); J. B. Lippincott (Phila./NY)
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Year/Era: 1976–1977
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GENRE: Outdoors • Fly Fishing • Fly-Tying & Tackle Guides
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Language / Pages (total): English / 481 pages combined
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Identifiers: Leiser ISBN 0-394-40047-X; LCCN 77-74975. Henkin LCCN 76-15541 (ISBN not visible).
Edition & Features:
Leiser First Edition with Dave Whitlock drawings; sequential tying diagrams. Henkin First Edition with Jeff Johnson illustrations; publisher’s errata slip laid in. Both jackets now protected in fresh archival sleeves.
Condition (Grade + notes)
Grade: Very Good– overall. Clean interiors; tight bindings; mild edge toning. Jackets show light to moderate shelf/edge wear and small nicks—see photos for specifics.
Provenance & Notes
Estate-sourced from Michigan’s Great Lakes Bay Region. Strong starter set or upgrade for an angler rebuilding a reference shelf.
About the Author/Maker
Eric Leiser was a respected fly-tying instructor and author whose clear diagrams helped generations of tiers. Harmon Henkin wrote accessible tackle guides that explained how gear choices affect performance on the water.
Tie better flies and choose better gear—two trusted classics in one bundle.
Disclaimer WITH Care & Handling
All items are vintage and may show signs of age, wear, or use consistent with their history. Photos show the exact condition—please review carefully. Colors may vary by screen.
Handle gently; store around 68°F and 40–50% RH; avoid damp areas and direct sun. We pack with care for safe delivery.
