As many know, Mr. John Clarence "Jack" Gartside passed away on Dec 6, 2009. Considered one of the most talented and innovative American fly tyers of the modern era, Gartside was taught how to tie flies at the age of 10 by Ted Williams, the Boston Red Sox outfielder. Among his best-known original patterns are the Sparrow, the Soft Hackle Streamer, the Pheasant Hopper, the Gartside Leech, the FishHead, and the Gurgler. Read about him & his creations on (http://www.jackgartside.com). Additionally a great article about Jack on Sports Illustrated
(http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/vault/article/magazine/MAG1125908/1/index.htm )
"I frankly don't make much of a living, but I make a hell of a life" Jack Gartside
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