Celebrating 9 years of business. 

August 31st, 2018: I just learned that my mentor, friend and, in many ways, kindred spirit, John Betts, passed away peacefully this morning at his home surrounded by family. John was an amazing person and will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him. Rest In Peace my friend.

Patterns by John Betts is now shipping!
Only 200 copies were printed so get yours while you can.

Furl your own leaders and tenkara lines

with our Personal and Production Furling Machines.

Now in stock!

Build a Fly Reel

Our new version 6 kits are beautiful, fun and easy to assemble,

and best of all, they catch fish! 

All kits now include tools and finishing materials

needed to complete your own hand-crafted fly fishing reel.

 

 Eight beautiful new designs.

Eight years of design innovation.

An all-new on-line multimedia Assembly Guide.

And now, all tools and supplies are included with every kit.

For lot's more information see Version 5 Reel Kit Overview.