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Rod and Tackle. 



CHAP. XX. 



should never start for a day's work without one in your pocket. It 

 is often needed for cutting out a hook. There are any number of 

 elaborate designs containing every requisite under the sun, for which 

 I hesitate to spare the space. My own faithful companion was a simple 

 two-blader, with a corkscrew at back, with the handle made of a metal 

 that didn't mind an occasional ducking, and attached by a string from 

 a loop, like a boatswain's, to prevent his taking a dive of his own with- 

 out my company. 



The Norwegian knife is also an inexpensive friend with a saw to it. 



Fly Scissors. These should find a place in your fly book, and 

 frequently come in handy. 



Hackle Holder and Table Vice. If you tie your own flies or 

 tackle, you will find these convenient appliances. 



