Fishing lures aren’t just tackle box staples — they can be prized collectibles that command impressive prizes. But before you fall hook, line, and sinker, it’s important to know what makes a lure ...

Fishermen are a separate group of folks who spend much of their time in a world of streams, rivers, lakes and rolling seas. Their other haunts are the sporting goods stores where they are outfitted ...

It's that time of the year when you start to get the pontoon, runabout and fishing boat ready for the season. Don't forget the retro folding beach chairs, picnic gear and the aluminum webbed chairs ...

A small portion of Mike Easley's antique fishing lure collection sits on display in his home in April 2026 in Tupelo, Miss. TUPELO – Mike Easley doesn’t fish ...

The interest in collecting antique fishing tackle has increased in recent years, explained in part by the simple law of supply and demand. But just because a lure looks old doesn’t mean it is ...

In the 20 years since brothers Bob and Jack Kester launched their annual hunting and fishing memorabilia show, they’ve seen interest in the collector market increase. It hasn’t slowed down. This year, ...

Bob Kester cherishes the old traditions of hunting and fishing in Pennsylvania, and he’s sad to see them disappear. But the Clarks Summit resident is doing his part to make sure reminders of days gone ...

When it comes to the past, the present is pretty bright for hunting and fishing antiques. Old lures, reels, calls and even ammunition boxes remain in demand, as does a wide array of items that hunters ...

Part of the lure of fishing collectibles is their affordability. Consider, for instance, this assemblage of bait cases, minnow traps and fish baskets, which will be sold this weekend at Morphy ...

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The first annual Antique Center of Texas Antique Fishing Tackle Collectors Show will be held in a special section of the center on Aug. 9, 10 and 11, expecting to draw fishing tackle fanciers from all ...