The authors are Betty Barr and Don Kleier. Frankfort was home to the most famous Kentucky reel makers in history. Their names — Meek, Milam, Sage, and Gayle — became synonymous worldwide with quality and carried notice of the Bluegrass state to the four corners of the earth. This 2017 book includes detailed photos and descriptions of 32 different Kentucky reels from Meek & Milam, B.C. Milam, B.C. Milam & Son, Geo. W. Gayle, and J.L. Sage, as well as images of related material including reel-making tools, B.C. Milam’s personal fishing kit, and other assorted items. This softcover book measures 9” x 6”.

This book will ship from Longview, TX.

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