And, they’re unique. As unique as the person using them. Click here to read a previous blogpost about the different fish whackers in my lineup.
For 2019, I have a new fish whacker that my friend Will Robertson crafted for me. The handle is made of ipe, and the head, bois d’arc. Ipe is a Brazilian hardwood that is so dense it won’t float. Bois d’arc is native to Will’s home state of Texas. It’s exceedingly hard, and resistant to wear and water. According to Will, bois d’arc was used in WWI (and before) as the gasket around a prop shaft.
Mjölnir! Thunder and Lightning! Thanks Will. Can’t wait to give the old wood shampoo to a few salmon this season.
Beaver Creek Cabins & Guide Service
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2 comments:
I've been hoarding the last two pieces of salmon from my trip last fall, but they're going to hit the grill pretty soon. My brothers and I can't wait to fill up a couple more boxes of silvers in September. Hopefully, that new fish billy club will be well broken in by then.
Hey Rod. I sure hope the silver run will be strong for you. If not, we’ll have to raid Dan’s freezer....ha!
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