Crafting and Casting

Crafting and Casting, by Betty Barr and Don Kleier.

Step back in time to the 1830s and uncover the story of two brothers who put a small Kentucky town on the world map. In Crafting & Casting, authors Betty Barr and Don Kleier chronicle how Jonathan and Benjamin Meek, skilled jewelers and watchmakers, revolutionized fishing by inventing the first 4-to-1 multiplying reel.

This innovative design, born from a simple request, quickly became a favorite among anglers and garnered international acclaim, winning four medals at World’s Fairs and Expositions by 1904. This book not only tells the history of this unique Frankfort product but also provides an intimate look at the six master craftsmen who created these exquisite, hand-crafted reels, detailing their tools and techniques. With beautiful visuals, this is a must-have for anyone fascinated by the intersection of history, artistry, and precision craftsmanship.

Paperback
Book Condition: Very good. Foreword page has some underling
ISBN: 979-8-21-049748-2
Published Date: 2022

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