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Arthur Kovalovsky & Sons – A 100-Year History of Design Innovation and Excellence
This book will only be shipped via USPS Medium Flat Rate box. Book will be drop shipped by the author.
The author is ORCA Member John Bechtold. Released in 2024, this limited edition book covers Arthur Kovalovsky’s early years in Hollywood, CA. Also covers big game fishing history, Arthur’s two sons, Oscar and Lewis, and their roles in the tackle business. In addition to the family’s hunting and gunsmithing, the book includes a complete history of Oscar’s partnership with Fin-Nor and Angling Products, Inc. (API), and the big game fishing tackle companies that competed with Kovalovsky. Lastly, Oscar’s beautiful prototype fly reels and big game reels.
This 384-page book has over 800 images, stunning photography, and letters and documents from the Kovalovsky estate. Includes an in-depth examination of all their reels, including patent drawings, descriptions, and pictures of different models. Photos of many tools and jigs Arthur used to make various reel parts are shown.
Michael Fowlkes, Producer/Director, wrote the book’s Foreword, “Destined to become a part of the Smithsonian, Kovalovsky & Sons: A 100-year History of Design Innovation and Excellence is a national treasure. The book is one of the most comprehensive, inspiring and engaging on the sport I’ve ever read. “
The hardcover book measures 12 inches by 10 inches and is landscape-oriented. Crafted with the utmost care, it features a Smyth-sewn binding for durability, a slipcase for protection, with offset printing on heavy-weight 100-pound high gloss paper. Each copy is signed and numbered.
