A Craftsman's Legacy | The Fly Rod Makers

A Craftsman's Legacy | The Fly Rod Makers | Fly Fishing

Рет қаралды 162,247

4 жыл бұрын

Host Eric Gorges and master bamboo ﬂy rod makers, Jeff Wagner and Casimira Orlowski, make a rod together, underscoring Eric’s belief that “a bad day of ﬁshing is better than a good day at work.”
A Craftsman's Legacy: Season 3, Episode 12 - The Fly Rod Makers
✯SOCIAL MEDIA✯
➢Instagram: / craftsmanslegacy
➢FaceBook: / craftsmanslegacy
➢Twitter: / craftsmanlegacy
✯LOOKING FOR MORE✯
➢For more information about A Craftsman's Legacy: www.craftsmanslegacy.com
➢Join the Legacy Society for access to all episodes: www.legacy-society.com
➢Visit our store to purchase merchandise: www.craftsmansmercantile.com
#flyfishing #bambooflyrod #caneflyrod

Пікірлер: 172

@TwoJeremysWoodworking 3 жыл бұрын

This honestly might be my new favorite KZfaq channel. Great work Eric, and thank you for such fantastic content.

@CraftsmansLegacy 3 жыл бұрын

Wow! Thank you!

@nothanksyoutube Ай бұрын

Love this show, craftsmanship is just such an awesome thing to celebrate.

@bradyderise8884 2 жыл бұрын

This show should be on network tv, very well done.

@davidhansen8196 2 жыл бұрын

Check public tv in your area. That's how I first saw this

@bradyderise8884 2 жыл бұрын

@@davidhansen8196 Will do Thanks

@dennisrowley728 2 жыл бұрын

It’s always such a pleasure to be a part of your adventures Eric, the people you meet, and the beautiful things they create, thank you so much buddy..for sharing your world… if ever you’d like a new friend, you’ve got one in a heartbeat.😊✌🏻❤️‍🩹🍃

@CraftsmansLegacy Жыл бұрын

Thank you Dennis! You can never have too many friends in life.

@robertjerome1889 Жыл бұрын

Loved that show. As a child of 10 or 12 I used a 10' bamboo fly rod. Ive now collected 20 bamboo boat rods for their beauty.

@dejavu666wampas9 2 жыл бұрын

I really enjoy Eric’s ability to become a student, without any wise-ass “I know how to do this part,” comments. He fulfills the eager student role, in substitution for us viewers, who actually don’t know what we’re doing. Well done video production. Totally informative and enjoyable. Thanks.

@CraftsmansLegacy 2 жыл бұрын

Very kind to say, Thank you. I'm glad you enjoy the series.

@charliejimmy5160 2 жыл бұрын

sorry to be so off topic but does anyone know a trick to log back into an instagram account..? I was stupid forgot the account password. I would love any help you can offer me!

@kylencannon1524 2 жыл бұрын

@Charlie Jimmy Instablaster :)

@charliejimmy5160 2 жыл бұрын

@Kylen Cannon Thanks so much for your reply. I got to the site thru google and I'm waiting for the hacking stuff atm. Seems to take a while so I will get back to you later when my account password hopefully is recovered.

@charliejimmy5160 2 жыл бұрын

@Kylen Cannon it worked and I finally got access to my account again. I am so happy:D Thank you so much, you saved my ass !

@ageingungracefullypushingt7135 2 жыл бұрын

I HAVE BEEN A FLY FISHERMAN IN THE WESTERN US FOR OVER 50 YEARS, AND I LOVED THIS VIDEO!

@juans3728 Жыл бұрын

Watching this video really gave me a education of why certain Fly Rods are so very expensive and how the makers take pride and attention to detail and the finish product speaks for itself, WOW if i owned one i would be afraid to even use it. Peace.

@kathleenbergeron1292 3 жыл бұрын

I loved this! Building a bamboo rod had always seemed like rocket science. Thanks for making it understandable.

@CraftsmansLegacy 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it!

@bhk7az641 3 жыл бұрын

I have purchased lots of tools, etc, from Jeff and Casimira - absolutely top shelf, wonderful people to work with...

@CraftsmansLegacy 3 жыл бұрын

Couldn't agree more!

@robinred1851 Жыл бұрын

Amazing how you made this rod in just 25 minutes 😂😂😂.

@CraftsmansLegacy Жыл бұрын

Quick dry epoxy

@caseycarlson5953 2 жыл бұрын

I love this and all the episodes. When it aired I missed when he mentions camping in the Allegheny National Forrest. That’s where I grew up. What a small world

@CraftsmansLegacy 2 жыл бұрын

How cool! Glad you were able to catch it

@goatslayer85 2 жыл бұрын

I absolutely love how unpretentious you are in watching someone teach you how to perform the task. Too many others like to put on the act that they know what they're doing and then fu** up and laugh it off like it was an isolated incident. lol I feel like I am learning with you and your willingness to be the student gets the sub from me. I look forward to your future content.

@dennisboulais7905 Жыл бұрын

OMG that's a lot of work! There are so many steps to screw up, it's amazing any rod gets finished!

@CraftsmansLegacy Жыл бұрын

Right! I felt the same way.

@robertclark4509 2 жыл бұрын

This is a real find.I knew a gentleman named Peter McVey from Corbett Lake Lodge just outside Merrit ,BC. He was a cane fly rod maker. He had a following of many people around the world who would seek him out to purchase these rods. Looking at these people here in the video all I can think of is " for the love of fishing ". Thanks

@CraftsmansLegacy 2 жыл бұрын

Fishing with a cane rod is a special experience. Glad you enjoyed it.

@benbarnes2819 4 жыл бұрын

What an honor. Thanks for taking us into their shop. Beautiful work.

@CraftsmansLegacy 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Amazing place and wonderful people.

@davescheer5038 3 ай бұрын

🌴 Been refurbishing some antique cane saltwater rods for my own wall hangers and found this channel and showing the process of manufacturing a rod from raw bamboo to a finished rod was great , I do wish it would have shown installing the reel seat and varnishing the rod but I still enjoyed seeing the process , this was an informative video , and what a great couple , thanks for making it 👍🏼

@sjalana1 3 жыл бұрын

Pure art and dedication.

@CraftsmansLegacy 3 жыл бұрын

Very true!

@Flykuni 3 жыл бұрын

Eric, I stumbled onto your show late one night in So Cal on PBS, and immediately perked up. All I fish with are cane rods, I've done small repairs but no total re-dos or makes; I know what it takes to make one. Wish you had time to show varnishing, then taking the stick out for christening. But no complaints, great show. I wondered what taper did you guys follow? tight lines, Darrell K.

@CraftsmansLegacy 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thank you! I don't remember the taper we used. I'll have to check. Cane rods are super fun. Love the feel.

@TomSnyder--theJaz 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Eric -- I hadn't seen this episode before, but now, (I think :) I'm gonna build me a fly rod. Cheers!

@CraftsmansLegacy 4 жыл бұрын

You should! Thanks man.

@bryanyankulov3162 21 күн бұрын

Very Interesting. FISH ~ ON 🇺🇸

@kentcostello8099 3 жыл бұрын

OMG that's a work of ART I love it.

@CraftsmansLegacy 3 жыл бұрын

Truly. Thanks!

@barneyewing2664 2 жыл бұрын

Great video. It took me back to the mid 80's when I worked as an apprentice for a winter at the Paul Young Rod Co. under Paul's grandson, Todd. That Tonkin cane is an amazing material.

@CraftsmansLegacy 2 жыл бұрын

Very cool!

@leatherbydragonfly 4 жыл бұрын

How fascinating, I was approached a few years back by a Dr. no joke and asked if I made bamboo flyfishing rods. I said no and he said I should because there is a demand for handmade rods. Great video Eric, keep them coming.

@CraftsmansLegacy 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks! You should try it.

@sandeepmeshram3371 2 жыл бұрын

Eco-friendly fishing rod fantastic

@CraftsmansLegacy 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@jackdotzman2908 3 жыл бұрын

Great vids, thank you, absolutely the very best. Jack in Missouri

@CraftsmansLegacy 3 жыл бұрын

Wow, thank you!

@troydesbiens8605 2 жыл бұрын

Nice work! I too am a big fan of classic bamboo fly rods. Great for fishing those intricate streams!

@CraftsmansLegacy 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! They feel very peaceful to me, like natural.

@larrycounce4509 2 жыл бұрын

Great to see the folks I buy snake guides from.

@jacquelynnmartin 4 жыл бұрын

I love your show!!! It used to be on WUCF but they changed their programming. Thank you so much for this! 💗

@CraftsmansLegacy 4 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoy it!

@hensleyantoni7562 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for uploading. I love the book too!

@CraftsmansLegacy 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!! Very kind to say. I hope you enjoy the shows.

@edwilson3615 2 жыл бұрын

Totally captivating, I’m a retired woodshop teacher from Northern California still with ten fingers. I’m looking to augment my passion for fishing with rod making. Can you supply me with the name of the book Jeff used to get started. Much appreciated.

@CraftsmansLegacy 2 жыл бұрын

Very cool! I would suggest reaching out to Jeff directly. He might be able to assist with materials too. www.wagnerrods.com/

@davr9724 3 жыл бұрын

These videos are so high quality, I really like them!

@CraftsmansLegacy 3 жыл бұрын

Happy to hear that!

@ronpeterson9055 Жыл бұрын

Amazing, have been fishing for years. Time to make rod like this.

@c.blakerockhart1128 2 жыл бұрын

I REALLY ENJOYED this episode. Thanks.🇺🇸😎

@gengenone1163 4 жыл бұрын

A calming influence. Thank you for posting.

@CraftsmansLegacy 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I also find it calming.

@flyingunicycle 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! Thank you for sharing! I look forward to more!

@CraftsmansLegacy 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@flyinthecoast2607 3 жыл бұрын

I have so wanted to build my own bamboo fly rod. Thanks for the great video.

@CraftsmansLegacy 3 жыл бұрын

Go for it!

@user-zj5sw4dj3o 7 ай бұрын

Great work sir..❤

@anthonycorboy5122 2 жыл бұрын

Hay, this kiwi just found your show, its fantastic😊

@CraftsmansLegacy 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoy it! Thank you

@Marlboromanprojects 4 жыл бұрын

I have been watching your videos for quite some time but I think this one I like the best. I really appreciate your attitude and willingness to learn new things. Thank you.😎

@CraftsmansLegacy 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Jim. I appreciate your support!

@michaelarnold2416 3 жыл бұрын

As a bamboo rod maker I can say you’re a brave man to split cane without gloves. Bamboo rod makers can honestly say they have Tonkin cane literally in their blood...

@CraftsmansLegacy 3 жыл бұрын

Great tip!!

@nikolabahat5789 3 жыл бұрын

Michael Arnold..what glue do you use? Thanks a lot

@bamboomaker1193 3 жыл бұрын

@@nikolabahat5789 I use Nyatex which is a two part epoxy. I have a love hate experience with it in all honesty. I love the long work time but it needs to be heat set and once heat set it is VERY resistant to any further heat straightening of the rod.

@surfvids 3 жыл бұрын

Eric, this video is really well done, man. Stumbled across it... love the vibe.

@CraftsmansLegacy 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome, thank you!

@sescuba6405 2 жыл бұрын

A great video! I've made about a dozen graphite rods (spinning and fly) in a variety of weights, but I've never made a split bamboo fly rod. I'm envious!

@CraftsmansLegacy 2 жыл бұрын

You should make a boo rod! How difficult is it to make a graphite rod? I'd like to try that too.

@xevietthoviet9178 9 ай бұрын

That's so great . good tools and intelligence. I watch a lot but have not had the opportunity to own the above tools

@mo2n447 3 жыл бұрын

Really, amazing... Thanks.

@CraftsmansLegacy 3 жыл бұрын

So nice of you

@dougwalton4831 9 ай бұрын

One of the best & most interesting video's ive seen . Especially since im looking at putting new guides on an antique bamboo rod at the moment. Thanks for your great content.

@rcote1234 2 жыл бұрын

Great “segment”. Thanks for an interesting show.

@CraftsmansLegacy 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it

@cindydineen4292 4 жыл бұрын

What an absolutely beautiful setting to film a wonderful episode! So interesting to watch all the steps involved in crafting that elegant fly rod. What a wonderful life they must have being able to work together each day creating such treasures! Eric, it's almost time for you to take your first fishing trip for 2020! Hope you have an awesome time! So glad you're adding more full episodes of ACL on KZfaq! God bless you and keep you safe and well!!

@CraftsmansLegacy 4 жыл бұрын

It is an amazing place for fly fishing! Thank you

@teacher_of_the_arcane5399 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent episode !! I have two books on the subject ... one autographed by the author ... but not one rod. Still using the fiberglass rod I bought in the early seventies. Take care Eric !!

@CraftsmansLegacy 2 жыл бұрын

You should make one! Great experience and there is a lot of information / sources online for materials.

@keves11 3 жыл бұрын

I ❤️❤️❤️ your channel.. I've learned so much from watching all the different types of things that you've covered and really appreciate how you bring all the different types of almost forgotten trade/crafts and document them for us to witness. Thank you so much for sharing.. I'm learning so much.. hugs from Canada

@CraftsmansLegacy 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!

@rodneyharouff5739 2 жыл бұрын

cool!

@joelahnstein2281 4 жыл бұрын

So great to see these again! many thanks for all these fine examples of craftsmanship. read the book twice. it is super.

@CraftsmansLegacy 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@cesarsan2872 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing videos

@CraftsmansLegacy 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@RevengeAvenger 2 жыл бұрын

I was sad you didn't run a full reveal with detail. But I suppose you need to let everyone find out for themselves by way of purchase. And you definitely had me looking them up. I'm also happy that you own the rights to your show. You'll blow up here soon.

@CraftsmansLegacy 2 жыл бұрын

I'm glad you enjoyed the episode! Thank you for the comment!

@HWCism 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks again, great show.

@danielhathaway8042 2 жыл бұрын

Nothing feels like a split cane rod I still have my wife’s Grand Father’s rod I like using it in areas where I won’t find any monsters so I don’t over stress it. I prefer it over all of my other rods of modern materials. I also have a shorter trolling rod for Salmon fishing here in Oregon.

@CraftsmansLegacy 2 жыл бұрын

That's an awesome heirloom for your family!

@lastofthemohicans1 2 жыл бұрын

What great teachers

@CraftsmansLegacy 2 жыл бұрын

Truly! Thank you for watching

@gregjohnson720 2 жыл бұрын

Great video and super talented craftspersons.

@CraftsmansLegacy 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

@fergusonto-2032 Жыл бұрын

This is awesome, thanks for sharing , I’m a new subscriber .

@perfectweather 2 жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed the video, thanks

@CraftsmansLegacy 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@juantroncoso3971 2 жыл бұрын

Hermoso reportaje felicitaciones 🍾

@justinphilpott150 3 жыл бұрын

This guy ask good questions

@CraftsmansLegacy 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@tracyhawley8829 2 жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed this

@CraftsmansLegacy 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it. Thank you

@blueblur6447 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! This is a bucket list build. As a former fly shop owner, guide, rod builder and wood worker I want to put it all together in a A-Z bamboo rod build.... Might have to wait till retirement though! :) Thanks for more great content. Did you catch a trout on it yet???

@CraftsmansLegacy 3 жыл бұрын

I did and it is fantastic!

@nutthrower4415 Жыл бұрын

Great vid 👍

@vincentlavallee8255 2 жыл бұрын

since taking my retirement in 1997 as a pastime I make snowshoes mostly bearpaw and beavertails the traditional way I love working with steam and wood bending I( also do other traditional skills such as making the crooked knives. vincent Lavallee

@CraftsmansLegacy 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! I love the traditional skills.

@mikey6071 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing!! and you got another subscriber.

@CraftsmansLegacy 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!

@ghshomeimprovements 3 жыл бұрын

Definitely American treasure

@CraftsmansLegacy 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely!

@billyjalufka2567 2 жыл бұрын

That is a very interesting build. I enjoyed the video. Mr. Gorges, where did you get your little burner that heated the glue for the rod tips? I would love one of those for building arrows.

@nikolabahat5789 3 жыл бұрын

The video is awesome, thanks a lot Eric, could you tell me what kind of glue can I use to glue the parts up? Can I use the D3 super wood glue?

@CraftsmansLegacy 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Nikola, there is much debate over super glues and rod building. I suggest reaching out to Jeff Wagner for his advice. www.craftsmanslegacy.com/craftsmen/SEASON-3/Casimira-Orlowski-Jeff-Wagner

@jetheridge1241 2 жыл бұрын

This is one of my favorite shows infact it inspired me to be a craftman artists .so the Hookcaddys was born .but my dream is drying up and sick with a pandemic .🥴 Just sitting here wondering what to do now .

@CraftsmansLegacy 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind words. Keep at it!

@bryantoth5249 3 жыл бұрын

Hello. Just wondering if a rod could be made without using ferrules. It would seem to be more sensitive.

@CraftsmansLegacy 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Bryan, Do you mean the breakdown ferrules?

@bryantoth5249 3 жыл бұрын

@@CraftsmansLegacy Yes. Could you make a one piece fly rod?

@CraftsmansLegacy 3 жыл бұрын

In theory yes. It would be difficult to transport! It would also be more difficult to build

@bryantoth5249 3 жыл бұрын

@@CraftsmansLegacy Thanks, and have a great day.

@bryantoth5249 3 жыл бұрын

@Imran nawaz Nice. Goid luck!

@johnburgess6572 2 жыл бұрын

Wow !!!!!!!

@CraftsmansLegacy 2 жыл бұрын

Well said!

@WootTootZoot 2 жыл бұрын

I knew a guy twenty five years ago, who made cane rods who wanted teach me how to make rods. I hemmed and hawed about getting together, then, he died suddenly. I still kick myself.

@CraftsmansLegacy 2 жыл бұрын

You make the best decisions you can at that time. Sorry to hear about your friend passing.

@samil5933 3 жыл бұрын

Cómo puedo hacer una caña de pesca con cara de bambú

@CraftsmansLegacy 3 жыл бұрын

Esta es una estructura de caña de bambú.

@dj8374 2 жыл бұрын

Do I spy a Pilot Vanishing Point at around minute 3:00? If so, great choice of writing instrument.

@CraftsmansLegacy 2 жыл бұрын

You have a great eye! I enjoy writing with fountain pens 🙂

@mrfister1899 3 жыл бұрын

One thing better than a patient teacher is a patient and enthusiastic student. Nice vid

@CraftsmansLegacy 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I love to learn new skills.

@mrfister1899 3 жыл бұрын

@@CraftsmansLegacy Me too. I often say that my hobby is "Hobbies". I pretty much give anything a go. Currently into float making and already looking at taking things to the next level with rods, hence watching your video.

@CraftsmansLegacy 3 жыл бұрын

@@mrfister1899 Float making? Can you tell me more?

@mrfister1899 3 жыл бұрын

@@CraftsmansLegacy Making floats for fishing. Some wood turning, whipping and painting. Quite interesting use of natural materials, such as quills, reeds and wood. The more traditional techniques are really interesting. There's a few video tutorials around.

@user-dj9yz7wb9e 3 жыл бұрын

Hello, how do we make bamboo strong

@CraftsmansLegacy 3 жыл бұрын

Bamboo is already strong!

@user-dj9yz7wb9e 3 жыл бұрын

@@CraftsmansLegacy but how is that

@canadiangemstones7636 3 жыл бұрын

@@user-dj9yz7wb9e Bamboo is a grass, made of long fibres.

@richardblazek4780 2 жыл бұрын

Build a cane rod in a day, who woulda thought

@CraftsmansLegacy 2 жыл бұрын

Not really. We usually discuss how long it takes to make.

@jimcarter4929 3 жыл бұрын

Wish you wold have shown strips gluing better.

@CraftsmansLegacy 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment. We always appreciate what our audience would like to see.

@PatheticPeasant 2 жыл бұрын

Are these shows still being produced?

@CraftsmansLegacy 2 жыл бұрын

Yes. Season 5 just started posting on KZfaq. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/iLpjZ5x0zrHMiJs.html

@jimrich1764 11 ай бұрын

“Tried working a 9-5 but it nearly broke me” Bro come on….it breaks all of us. We do it cause we have to.

@mooseknuckle8334 2 жыл бұрын

Do they have a website?

@CraftsmansLegacy 2 жыл бұрын

They sure do: www.wagnerrods.com

@mooseknuckle8334 2 жыл бұрын

@@CraftsmansLegacy Thanks!

@alialsayagi3633 3 жыл бұрын

Why making fly rod from few pc and glue it together ..i'm asking what if they make it from one big pc..just make rod more strong or what??

@CraftsmansLegacy 3 жыл бұрын

There are many reasons including strength, straightness, stability

@vincentlavallee8255 2 жыл бұрын

How to add my co

@CraftsmansLegacy 2 жыл бұрын

You can visit our website and fill out a nomination form. That will give us info to contact you when casting.

@mosthunew7801 11 ай бұрын

How about the reel

@spyderfreestone736 2 жыл бұрын

That rod looks expensive

@CraftsmansLegacy 2 жыл бұрын

Priceless!

@SykesFW 2 жыл бұрын

Would you consider teaching and middle aged older dude how to build bikes by hand