Books and Videos
for the bamboo enthusiast

Because we can't always be on the river, let me
present the next best thing - the Oyster Bamboo
library.  These items are on hand here at the
workshop and ship the next business day.
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Take a poetic look at a bamboo rod's journey of creation
from the river banks of China to a fly-fishing work of art in
this award winning DVD.  A must have for any cane rod
enthusiast!  David James Duncan, Hoagy Charmicael,
Thomas McGuane and more...DVD 48min.
A Master's Guide to Building a Bamboo Fly Rod
by Everett Garrison and Hoagy Charmichael
Here it is!  The "bible" of bamboo rodmaking.  Garrison and
Charmichael's hardback classic from 1977 is now being printed in a
limited run and ready for delivery.  These books are BRAND NEW,
hardback in rigid sleeve, still in shrinkwrap.   These books are being
sold at the $90 retail price, first come first served.
Fly-Fishing as a Way of Life
by John Gierach
classic from the Mark Twain of angling, nobody brings us along to
classic from the Mark Twain of angling, nobody brings us along to
the stream like John Gierach, and best of all he always does it
with a bamboo rod in hand!  209 pages paperbackwith a bamboo
rod in hand!  209 pages paperback209 pages paperback
Classic and Antique fly-Fishing Tackle
A Guide for Collectors and Anglers
by A.J. Campbell
Anglers are always fascinated with fly fishing's golden age, and nothing brings
back those years as vividly as a fine old rod bearing the honorable scars of a
lifetime afield.  Classic and Antique Fly-Fishing Tackle features in-depth
coverage of traditional gear from the 1860's to the 1920's, and affordable
production tackle for the 1930's to the 1960's."  358 pages paperback
Rod Crafting
A Full-Color Pictorial & Written History from 1843-1960
by Jeffrey L. Hatton
It was author Jeff Hatton's idea to create and layout this massive
book for lovers of historic fishing rods - especially fine fly-fishing
rods.  His many years of experience in this field have resulted in a
fabulous, virtually full-color, visual presentation covering much of the
past two centuries.  304 full color pages softcover
Fundamentals of Building a Bamboo Fly-Rod
by George Maurer and Bernard Elser
Now, with Fundamentals of Building a Bamboo Fly-Rod, it is
possible to build your own heirloom-quality bamboo fly rod.
256 pages softcover
Cane Rods
Tips and Tapers
by Ray Gould
This book focuses more on the specifics of rod building, tips for
better rod building, troubleshooting common problems.  Of
special interest is an often sought after collection of nearly 300
rod tapers by many famous rod builders.    
95 pages softcover
Handcrafting Bamboo Fly Rods
by Wayne Cattanach
"The bamboo fly rod still represents the pinnacle of the fly-fishing
art; its apparent simplicity and delicacy belie the craftsmanship
and strength that are the hallmarks of all great rods."  This is the
revised and expanded how-to reference for beginners and
experts alike.  210 pages softcover
Sex, Death, and Fly-Fishing
by John Gierach
"Contemplative, evocative, and wry, he shares insights on
mayflies and men, fishing and sport, life and love, and the
meaning (or meaningless) of it all."
238 pages paperback238 pages paperback
Gift cards
available for
the holidays!
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Black indelibly etches a story of peerless craftsmen laboring toward perfection,
sparring all the while the corporate interest, fickle customers and the inevitable
diminishing of their own inspiration.  A must for any committed angler, this is a
worthwhile read for those who have never rolled out of bed before dawn, pulled on a
pair of rubber waders and ventured into the ice-cold waters of some trout stream in
search of that perfect catch. (Aug.)  - Publisher's Weekly review
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the Oyster Bamboo
coffee mug

Because even the best books are
better with a hot cup of joe!
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