There will be a string of numbers in sequence near the bottom of the page. so if it were the number two it indicates a second printing. first printings will have the number one in the string of numbers. keep your books out of direct sun light, room temp around 72 degrees and humidity in the low 50s. put them up right and never pack them in tight as this will cause the boards (covers) to warp. If the book hangs over the edge of the shelf lay it flat so there is no over hang. Martink's books are very collectable just lay them flat. An inscribed book seems to have more value because the person was present when it was signed or was a person known to the author and he/she took more time to personalize the book. many times a signed book can be bought from a book dealer. Something I have seen several times, and have one by Steve Raymond is a signed paste in card with the authors signature on it. For me to paste into his book! To me that is the height of laziness. Many of my books are inscribed to Diane. I had them done that way as I expected her to out live me. She passed away five years ago from ovarian cancer. The only time the to will really increase the price is when the book is inscribed to someone more or less famous. Chuck is right about the dust jackets. Some collectors go to the extreme of storing them separate and flattened. Any sunlight will cause fading over time even indirect light, so pick your site for your bookcases with care. Gary S.
From: Pacres To: [email protected] Sent: Sunday, January 03, 2010 12:40 AM Subject: Re: [VFB] First Edition Fly Fishing Books Gary, I recently picked up a copy of John Gierach's Signs of Life (signed), and a few other hard to find books. From what I can tell, this is a first edition (not sure how to find out about first printing). Anyhow just wondering for book, how do you store them if they are worth a few bucks? What about self published books like Mike Martinek's 2 volumes of streamer patterns or some of the local fishing clubs booklets etc? I really just buy what I like, but always try to find signed copies. I'm also curious to know why a copy that is inscribed worth more than one just simply signed. Curious because I though it may have been the opposite and also that most of my signed book are inscribed, but mostly to other people. Darren On Sun, Jan 3, 2010 at 12:26 AM, Chuck Alexander <[email protected]> wrote: Gary: You got that right about Amazon seller (some of them) and grading books. I have sold books for 25 years from flea markets, yard sales, to Amazon, to Abe books, to half.com. And I always try to list mine one condition BELOW what it actually is, so that the customer will probably be happy.On the other hand, I have ordered books that sellers have graded as "Very good condition" and I get the book, and I would not even list is as "Acceptable". Pages torn, loose, or missing, writing in the book. Binding falling apart. Water stains (that REALLY makes me mad when ppl omit those). And, like you said, the tobacco smoke.. Most all my customers ask me about that. The closest I've ever come to getting rid of it is to seal the book in a gallon zip lock bag and put in a cpl scented dryer sheets. and leave them in the bag a few days. But I also put paper towels between the book's covers and the dryer sheets so any moisture from the sheets don't stain the cover or dust jacket. Oh, that's another one. ppl not listing missing dust jackets. Chuck ----- Original Message ----- From: the smith's To: [email protected] Sent: Saturday, January 02, 2010 10:20 PM Subject: Re: [VFB] First Edition Fly Fishing Books Mel Yes paid $150 for it . you make a good point. Technically they are first editions. but, most collectors want first printings. There are allot of fly fishing books offered on eBay by sellers with no idea has how to describe the condition of their book. One of the first questions to ask the seller is if the book comes from a smoke free home. It is near impossible to remove the smell of tobacco smoke or mildew from a book. Some of my favorite living writers are Nick Lyons, James Babb, Jerry Dennis, John Gierach and William Tapply whom just passed on not long ago. GaryS fight crime...shoot back ----- Original Message ----- From: mel hocken To: [email protected] Sent: Saturday, January 02, 2010 10:01 PM Subject: Re: [VFB] First Edition Fly Fishing Books Gary Some good info. I would like to add that newer books may be listed as first edition but when you look at the print code you find the book to be a 2nd 3rd or even higher printing. These are not considered a true first edition. So if you are buying a book be sure to do your research before paying premium prices for a book which someone says is a first edition. I have about 400 books in my library. Most are first editions and many of the newer ones are signed. There are some great modern writers that I thoroughly enjoy. If anyone is looking for some great off season reading I highly recommend W.D. Wetherells three books. Gary is the 1992 book you are refering to Starlight Creek Angling Society? Regards Mel ----- Original Message ----- From: the smith's To: [email protected] Sent: Saturday, January 02, 2010 11:56 AM Subject: Re: [VFB] First Edition Fly Fishing Books I don't know if Jimmy D. got an answer to his questions about first editions from one of the other sites he is on. First let me start by saying I have been a book collector of fly fishing books for close to 30 years and have acquired over 1300 different titles. which are insured for $35,000. first jimmy's books then some pointers of collecting. Just Fishing 1st edition is 1932 by Penn Publishing. Knopf bought the rights to the book and list it as their first edition. the true first ed is 1932 Trout Magic 1st ed 1974 if in very good condition with dust jacket without any major tears. $40-$50 Fishless Days Angling Nights 1971 again the DJ is always important. $40-$50 Fly rod Trouting $20-$30 Art Flicks master Fly-tying guide HB with DJ $50-$60 Soft cover books very very rarely go up in value. Dust jackets are an important part of the book, sometimes giving clues as to which printing. Before the numbering system that you now find, it may be the only clue as to a first or second printing. Exlib books have very little value. Even limited editions lose value because of the stamps and gluing of covers adding the decimal system numbers to the spine etc. Signed books have more value than none signed and inscribed to someone even more. Age has little to do with value. I have books form the late 1800s that can be gotten today for $20.00. My book with the highest value was published in1992 it is one of 150 copies. Buying books as an investment is a very bad idea. Buy the writers you like to read and collect their works. Gary S fight crime...shoot back ----- Original Message ----- From: Chuck Alexander To: [email protected] Sent: Tuesday, December 29, 2009 7:09 PM Subject: Re: [VFB] First Edition Fly Fishing Books I have a first edition (with full number line) 1987 edition of "Fly-Tying Methods" by Darrel Martin that somebody can "steal from me for only $25 shipping INCLUDED... You can check the price range of this book on any site on the net. It's in "Like New" condition with no writing, missing, loose, or torn pages. hard cover with the binding tight and intact etc... Email me OFFlist at [email protected] Chuck ----- Original Message ----- From: Jimmy D. Moore To: Virtual Fly Box ; Fly Fishing World ; Hill Country Fly Fishers Sent: Tuesday, December 29, 2009 5:02 PM Subject: [VFB] First Edition Fly Fishing Books I've never given any thought to collecting First Editions of Fly Fishing books. but after reading Jerry's post, I decided to go over my books this afternoon. I was surprised to find that I have 17 first editions, all from distinguished fly fishing authors/fishermen.I still have 50 or so books to check, but this'll do for now. While I'm not interested in selling any of them at the present, I'd like to have a 'ball park" figure of what you think they might be worth. Would I be able to use an informal $ appraisal for insurance purposes? I have my guns and Classic Golf Clubs insured, so why not my books. You can do this on List for I'm sure there are others who would like to know also. Thanks, JIMMY D My First Editions Trout Madness - Robert Traver, 1992, Northmont Publishing Fishing W/ Ray Bergman 1970, Alfred Knopf Fly Rod Trouting - Ed Shenk, 1989 Stackpole Books Flick's New Streamside guide, 1969 Crown Publishing Art Flick's Master Fly Tying Guide, 1972 Crown Publishing Fishless Days, Angling Nights - Alfred Miller, (Sparse Grey Hackle) Crown 1971 Royal Coachman - Paul Schullery, 1999 Prospecting for Trout - Tim Rosenbauer 1993 Trout Magic- Robert Traver, 1974 Crown Trout Hunting - Frank Woolner 1977 Winchester Press Misadventures of a Fisherman - Jack hemingway, 1986 Taylor Publishing ( autographed copy) Tying Dry Flies - Lefty kreh, 1998 Crown Publishing Tricks that Take Fish - Howard Blaisdell 1954 H. Holt & Co. The Longest Silence - Thomas McGuane, Knopf 1999 Just Fishing - Ray Bergman, 1945 Knopf Western Trout Fly Tying Manual - Jack Dennis, Snake River Books 1974 Mastering the Art of Fly tying - Richard Talleur,1979, Stackpole Books -- **************** ><((((((((º> ****************** JIMMY D. MOORE, Amateur Radio Station WB5RHT Moon Holler Misfits Fishing & Hunting Club, author Past VP Guadalupe River Trout Unlimited, Member TOWA, North Zone Fishing Editor Emeritus,Texas Fish & Game Magazine, Scout Exec. BSA, Retired Website - http://bigtroutman.tripod.com/index.html ***************** <º))))))))>< **************** -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. 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