CITY FISHER INSERT The holidays are upon us once again

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                                   HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE
        The holidays are upon us once again! If you are searching for gift ideas, The City Fisher has a
few recommendations. Browse below for some suggestions that might fit the bill for your favorite
fishin’ buddy . . . you might even find something for yourself!

VICTORINOX SWISS ARMY KNIFE – The predecessor of modern multi-
tools and multi-pliers, the Swiss Army Knife has been around for a long
time and is still the smallest and most compact miniature tool set available.
Onboard you’ll find such gadgets as knives, scissors, screwdrivers, can
openers, and more. The cleverly-hidden spring steel tweezers, standard
issue on every model, are the best I’ve found anywhere for removing
splinters. A dizzying array of styles and sizes are available, including
angler models. Perfect for tackle box or key chain.

                               GERBER MULTI-PLIER – This compact multi-tool measures less than
                               five inches when folded, but packs in a knife, scissors, screwdrivers,
                               wire cutters, and other handy accessories. The pliers in particular make
                               this a more versatile package than the Swiss Army Knife, although at a
                               larger size. This will fit easily in nearly any tackle box, and can come in
                               handy for emergency reel repairs, hook removal, or line cutting. Various
                               models are available with different tools and plier styles.


SCISSOR FORCEPS – A bit easier to use and handier than full-sized
pliers or a multi-tool. A pair of locking scissor forceps can clip onto a
belt loop and be readily available for unhooking fish, trimming line, or
squeezing on split shot. These are a bit harder to find than regular
forceps, but choose them for the added versatility of the scissors.


                                       PLANO 8606 AND 9606 TACKLE BOXES – These are the 10-
                                       gauge magnums of the tackle box world! Either one of these
                                       offers about as much room as any angler could need, with dozens
                                       of lure compartments and very generous bottom storage. Boat
                                       anglers can carry their entire lure collection with them! While
                                       some bank anglers might find these large boxes a bit difficult to
                                       transport far, both serve well as lure organizers and storage
                                       lockers from which to stock a more portable tackle box. The
                                       8606 has up to 44 adjustable compartments, while the 9606 is
                                       larger and sports up to 76 compartments.
                           PLANO STOWAWAY AND MICRO-MAGNUM SERIES TACKLE BOXES
                           Fit even more gear into that 9606! The Stowaways are perfect for storing a
                           lot of lures or terminal tackle into a compact space, and most will stack
                           neatly in the bottom of the 8606 or 9606. Various single- and double-sided
                           styles and sizes are available. These are also great for organizing various lure
                           types—jigs, shallow runners, topwaters—into a single box. The Micro-
                           Magnums in particular are great for efficient storage of tiny terminal tackle.

HOOK HONE – Most anglers know that “out-of-the-package” hooks are rarely sharp enough. There are
fancier styles of sharpeners available, but a simple, flat sharpening stone is almost as easy to use and
will fit anywhere—tackle box, fishing vest, or shirt pocket. Work the hook point into a three-sided
cutting edge; a groove for finishing the point helps. This small gift makes a great stocking stuffer.

SPORT FISH OF FRESH WATER by Vic Dunaway – This author needs no
introduction, with numerous local and national best-selling angling books to his
credit. Hot off the presses, his latest endeavor covers just about all the freshwater
sportfish to be found in North America, as well as many species of baitfish. Of
particular interest should be the chapter on cichlids, which covers most of these
exotics south Florida anglers might come across. Also included are “saltwater
refugees”—traditional saltwater species, such as snook and tarpon, that enter fresh
water. These features make this book unique, and a good reference for Florida
anglers. Illustrations are full color, and text includes notes on identification, food
value, suggested tackle, and recommended lures and baits.

                     BAITS, RIGS, & TACKLE by Vic Dunaway – This book by the author above has
                     become the best-selling angling how-to reference of all time, and with good reason.
                     Covering both fresh and salt water, this tome addresses such topics as rods and
                     reels, fishing lines, hooks and other terminal tackle, knots (including Mr.
                     Dunaway’s own Uni-Knot system), leaders, and various rigs. Also treated are live
                     baits and how to procure and handle them, cut baits, all classes of artificial lures,
                     and angling accessories. Anyone looking for a one-stop reference on angling
                     tackle and its proper use can stop searching! The newest edition, which should be
                     available by the time you read this, features all-new full color illustrations.

DUO-LOCK SNAPS (ALSO KNOWN AS FAST-LOCK OR INTERLOCK SNAPS)
These are the perfect convenience for die-hard anglers that have always avoided
connectors of all kinds because they might spook fish. Duo-Lock snaps are almost
invisible and so small that even cynical skeptics won’t worry about using them.
And don’t let the tiny size fool you—the interlocking wire design of the snaps
makes them extremely strong. These are also light enough not to impair the action
of the most sensitive lures or the smallest ultralight artificials. A labor-saving
stocking stuffer for the partner that seems to spend more time tying than fishing.

                                           TACKLE SHOP GIFT CERTIFICATE – Still didn’t find
                                           anything for that favorite fishing pal? Many bait and tackle
                                           shops sell gift certificates, so the recipient can pick out their
                                           own gear. Especially handy when you aren’t able to sneak a
                                           decent look at the top-secret innards of your partner’s tackle
                                           box to find out what he’s already got!