Mike Orzell

Tom McNally’s Fisherman’s Bible

In Tom McNally’s Fisherman’s Bible, we look back at this famous fishing book and the tips presented by some well known anglers of the day

Posted by Mike Orzell | Jan 2, 2023 | Tackle History |

In Fred C. Young’s Big-O, Mike Orzell takes a deep dive into the history of one of the most influential crankbaits ever designed.

Posted by Mike Orzell | Dec 4, 2022 | Tackle History |

In Zoom and W.E.C. Baits – Remembering William “Ed” Chambers we take a look back at lure innovator Ed Chambers.

Richard “Dick” Kotis – Retro Bassman looks back at the man who took over the Fred Arbogast Bait company in 1957.

Posted by Mike Orzell | Aug 28, 2022 | Tackle History |

You Don’t Know Jack-The Martin’s Lizzard goes back to the days before the Whopper Stopper Hellbender and the Bomber Waterdog.

Stay Tuned-Bagley’s Lead Lip goes baxck to the days of the original Bagley’s Divin’B with the lead button diving bill.