Modern Flies & Ancient Lochs by Arthur MacDonald
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Description / Modern Flies & Ancient Lochs by Arthur MacDonald
Modern Flies & Ancient Lochs is the highly anticipated debut from Arthur MacDonald, one of Scotland’s most respected fly tyers. With over 50 years of experience fishing the wild brown trout lochs of the Highlands, Arthur delivers a masterclass in combining traditional Scottish fly patterns with contemporary innovations.
This beautifully produced hardback is more than just a fly tying manual—it is a journey through the legendary lochs of the Great Glen and beyond. Featuring stunning photography by Rob Denson, the book captures the haunting beauty of the Scottish landscape alongside the intricate detail of Arthur’s functional and effective fly designs.
Key Features & Book Highlights
50 Years of Expertise: Arthur shares five decades of hard-won knowledge gained from fishing Scotland's finest wild trout waters.
150 Pages of Fly Patterns: A massive section dedicated to flies, covering everything from classic wet flies to modern "Slappers" and unique Dabbler variations.
Step-by-Step Tying Instructions: Includes a dedicated chapter with clear, detailed sequences for Arthur's most successful and challenging patterns, such as the Capercaillie and Westie Muddler.
Focus on Design Rationale: Unlike standard pattern books, Arthur explains the why behind his designs, focusing on performance, silhouette, and how flies behave in the water.
The Great Glen & Beyond: Discover the stories, characters, and history of iconic lochs like Loch Arkaig, Lochy, Shiel, and Tulla.
Multi-Disciplinary Content: Covers not just how to tie the flies, but crucially, how and when to fish them for maximum success.
Premium Quality Production: A 292-page full-colour hardback featuring world-class fly and landscape photography, making it a "Modern Classic" for any angling library.
Innovative Techniques: Learn about modern approaches to "loch-style" fishing, including the evolution of historical patterns into contemporary "natural-born killers" like the Black Hazard Dabbler.
Perfect For:
Wild Brown Trout Enthusiasts: Anyone passionate about the tradition of Scottish loch fishing.
Fly Tying Collectors: Anglers looking for unique, high-performance patterns that break away from standard commercial flies.
Gift for Anglers: An ideal coffee-table book that serves as both a practical reference and an inspirational read.
Get your copy of Modern Flies & Ancient Lochs from Arthur MacDonald today.
This beautifully produced hardback is more than just a fly tying manual—it is a journey through the legendary lochs of the Great Glen and beyond. Featuring stunning photography by Rob Denson, the book captures the haunting beauty of the Scottish landscape alongside the intricate detail of Arthur’s functional and effective fly designs.
Key Features & Book Highlights
50 Years of Expertise: Arthur shares five decades of hard-won knowledge gained from fishing Scotland's finest wild trout waters.
150 Pages of Fly Patterns: A massive section dedicated to flies, covering everything from classic wet flies to modern "Slappers" and unique Dabbler variations.
Step-by-Step Tying Instructions: Includes a dedicated chapter with clear, detailed sequences for Arthur's most successful and challenging patterns, such as the Capercaillie and Westie Muddler.
Focus on Design Rationale: Unlike standard pattern books, Arthur explains the why behind his designs, focusing on performance, silhouette, and how flies behave in the water.
The Great Glen & Beyond: Discover the stories, characters, and history of iconic lochs like Loch Arkaig, Lochy, Shiel, and Tulla.
Multi-Disciplinary Content: Covers not just how to tie the flies, but crucially, how and when to fish them for maximum success.
Premium Quality Production: A 292-page full-colour hardback featuring world-class fly and landscape photography, making it a "Modern Classic" for any angling library.
Innovative Techniques: Learn about modern approaches to "loch-style" fishing, including the evolution of historical patterns into contemporary "natural-born killers" like the Black Hazard Dabbler.
Perfect For:
Wild Brown Trout Enthusiasts: Anyone passionate about the tradition of Scottish loch fishing.
Fly Tying Collectors: Anglers looking for unique, high-performance patterns that break away from standard commercial flies.
Gift for Anglers: An ideal coffee-table book that serves as both a practical reference and an inspirational read.
Get your copy of Modern Flies & Ancient Lochs from Arthur MacDonald today.