Author Archives: Stefan Duma

Antiques & Vintage Tackle

Posted on May 11, 2019 by Stefan Duma

We have started a Facebook group and an Instagram page for Antique and Vintage fishing tackle. Facebook group Antique Fishing Tackle is for items of tackle that are 100 plus years old. It’s an open group and anyone can post. … Continue reading →

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Men of Trent The Story of the Nottingham Winch

Posted on July 28, 2018 by Stefan Duma

Many thanks for all the great messages and support.   Thanks to John Stephenson for his review.  

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Men of Trent The story of the Nottingham winch.

Posted on June 11, 2018 by Stefan Duma

I am please to announce that Men of Trent has been published and we will commence shipping at the end of the week. The books are expected in England on Thursday 14th June. To order follow the link https://menoftrent.com/

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Nottingham Wooden Fishing Reels

Posted on May 8, 2017 by Stefan Duma

Men of Trent will give a history of the Nottingham wooden fishing reel from it’s early beginnings. The book will pinpoint the various developments from the early bush reels, the strap backs, star backs and centre pins.   It will … Continue reading →

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Men Of Trent – Ebook

Posted on April 22, 2017 by Stefan Duma

  I have been asked if Men of Trent will be available as an ebook. Its something I have not thought about but would welcome your opinion. http://www.menoftrent.com  

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Men of Trent

Posted on April 2, 2017 by Stefan Duma

Register an interest in a new book on the history of the Nottingham Winch http://www.menoftrent.com

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David Slater

Posted on February 23, 2017 by Stefan Duma

Many of you who know me are aware of the fact that I have been working on a book on the history of the Nottingham fishermen and tackle makers for many years now. David Slater is one of the characters … Continue reading →

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Tay Fishing Floats

Posted on February 19, 2017 by Stefan Duma

Alfred John Tay was a float maker in Victoria Street Redditch when he invented a rather ingenious method that would enable the angler to change from one type of float to another quickly. Hi invention, a double loop staple — … Continue reading →

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The Men of Trent

Posted on January 23, 2017 by Stefan Duma

I would just like to announce that I have finished the book on the early history of the Nottingham Winch. More details to follow.

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Angling Auctions Chiswick London

Posted on September 30, 2010 by Stefan Duma

This Saturday 2nd October, will be the autumn sale at Angling Auctions taking place at Chiswick Town Hall, to view the catalogue online click here. You will have to register to view all the lots.

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