The definitive reference on the work of the tier whose techniques with epoxy and silicone revolutionized saltwater fly tying. Full-color, step-by-step tying photos. Design theory, key methods, fishing notes.

This revised and augmented edition contains over 350 patterns, all in full color.

Forty years ago, few people fished a fly in salt water, yet in the past few years, saltwater fly fishing has increased dramatically in popularity. This frontier-breaking, clear, and helpful book covers all the basic categories of flies that tyers will need for saltwater fly fishing anywhere in the world.Chapters include full step-by-step instructions for tying: Blondes, Deceivers, Sea-Ducers, the Glass Minnow, Sandeels, tarpon flies, bonefish flies, permit patterns, poppers and sliders, and much more. (8 1/2 X 11, 180 pages, color photos, b&w photos, illustrations)

Featuring patterns and recipes for 271 flies from 37 top innovators, this sumptuously illustrated reference is organized by tier, with background information on each tier's saltwater experience and the development of his or her favorite patterns. With flies for the Atlantic and Pacific coasts, Mexico and the Caribbean, this volume is a portfolio of the most effective, innovative flies yet developed for salt water. 100 color photos.

A definitive, full-color guide to the 240 most popular and effective flies.

An all-color fly dictionary of the very best saltwater flies for inshore and ocean use. Effective flies for all saltwater game fish species. Photographed large, crisp and in true color by Jim Schollmeyer. Pattern recipes next to each fly. This is a magnificent book featuring the largest display of working saltwater fly patterns!

Fishing in saltwater is a challenge for many reasons, but now thanks to this book, one aspect -- the most productive flies to use -- is no longer a problem. Fourth in the "12 of the Best" series, Meyer presents 12 different saltwater fly designs -- all of them "hot, " all of them simple enough for a beginner to tie. Included are flies representing the food of saltwater fish, from crustacean to prey fish. This series is popular because it passes along useful information that is easy to access and is filled with clear, color photography.