it is better to do this, for with a lighter tension the 

 fly is less liable to pull out, and that would be 

 disappointing. 



The reel should be held by a plate fastened 

 to the rod not more than six or six and a half 

 inches from the lower end of the butt. If it is 

 placed any higher, one would be obliged to reach 

 farther to grasp the rod above the reel This 

 would naturally cause the body to bend forward, 

 making an awkward position for the angler and at 

 the same time tiring the right arm. The reel, 

 when casting, should be beneath the rod, with tin- 

 handle to the left, for in this position it balances 

 the rod better ; but when playing the fish always 

 reverse the position, bringing the reel on top of 

 the rod, with the handle to the right. 



There are many good salmon-reels of different 

 makes and of a much cheaper grade than the one 

 above mentioned. As I see many anglers using 

 them, they evidently answer the purpose ; but not 

 having tried any, I can only vouch for the Vom 

 Hofe. One should always have the reel well filled, 

 as it runs much better ; and do not fail occasionally 

 to put a drop or two of oil on the bearing; by 

 so doing the reel will last longer and give better 

 satisfaction. Al\vall things, k-,.p tho n-H rl.-an ; 

 a <lirty reel reflects upon the angler as a rusty 

 gun on the sportsman. 



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