As I’m a part of the Thomas Turner group, I wonder if I can prevail on my great pal John Stephenson to fill me in on the reel pictured? It would be of interest to me, and hopefully others. A friend in Spain who I have not seen for well over a decade recently sent […]
Tag Archives: John Stephenson
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Nov
Nov
I’m delighted there has been some reaction to the pieces both I and John Stephenson have written on last week’s tackle show, and I especially liked the reaction to the pictures of “Old Man River’s” landing nets and handles, which were truly exquisite. Exquisite and surprisingly inexpensive, considering the work involved AND by comparison with […]
27
Nov
Nov
Well, what a complete treat. Had it not been for the admirable John Stephenson of Thomas Turner, I wouldn’t even have known this cornucopia of delights was happening. From the moment I met John Andrews on the door, I knew I was in for a grand time. Not only did I meet up with seemingly […]
28
Oct
Oct
It’s always an event when TT’s John Stephenson comes to town, for his stories, his enthusiasm, his knowledge, and the great gear he brings with him. Last week was no exception, and my eye was drawn to a Greys Bewick ‘pin that John had laid out for inspection. I worked for Hardy Greys for twelve […]