"Sea fish & how to catch them"
by Lord, William Barry, 1863
It should always be borne in mind, when selecting
a line, that the finer it is, consistent with the requisite
strength to hold the fish, the greater will be the
chance of testing its powers. Pine tackle is always
more destructive than coarse in cool, deliberate hands ;
but to those who prefer physical strength to careful
management, I should recommend a good stout rope
at once.
All such lines as are not dressed with the
waterproofing liquid, referred to under the head
"Dressing," should be "barked," which can be done
at any tan-yard for a mere trifle.
The time occupied in barking an ordinary hand line
is about forty-eight hours. The durability of lines is
much increased by their being so treated. |