Recommended Books
19th Century Fishing Lures (A Collector's Guide to U.S. Lures Manufactured Prior to 1901)
By: Arlan Carter "an outstanding book on very early tackle"
Classic Fishing Lures and Tackle
By: Eric L. Sorenson "enjoyable read and super photos"
Fishing Lure Collectibles (2nd. Edition)
By: Dudley Murphy and Rick Edmisten "outstanding photographs and a great reference"
Identification and Value Guide to South Bend Fishing Lures
By: Terry Wong "A must for all tackle collectors, a beautiful book"
Manitoba Fishing Lures: 1920-1980
Contact: Dr. Richard Rounds at rounds@mts.ca "A book on CD."
Modern Fishing Lure Collectibles
By: Russell E. Lewis "A great book on modern tackle"
Old Fishing Lures and Tackle (5th Edition)
By: Carl F. Luckey
Old Flyrod Lures
By: John Muma & Jim Muma "A major work that deserves a place in all collectors libraries, an invaluable resource"
Books & Catalogs For Collectors
Lawson's Price Guide to Old Fishing Reels
By: by George S. (Stu) Lawson, Jr. "If you collect reels, you must have this book"
Creek Chub Lures & Collectibles
By: Harold E. Smith, M.D. "enjoyable read and super photos"
The Heddon Legacy
By: Bill Robert & Rob Pavey "An outstanding book on one of the most collectable tackle manufacturers"
19th Great Fishing Tackle Catalogs of the Golden Age
Edited By: Samuel Meiner and Hermann Kessler "the way prices were!"
Our Personal Collection
A History & Collector's Guide to Hex Baits Brockville, Ontario 1930 - 1962
Written By: CAFTA Member: Jim Willis "A must read for all collectors. This book (no longer in print) is available to CAFTA members while supplies last."