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Fishing is full of memories — first catches, favourite rivers, shared days outdoors. A handcrafted piece of gear fits naturally into these moments. A Gift With Lasting Meaning Handmade gear carries story and care. It feels personal from the moment it’s received, standing apart from ordinary gifts. Built for a Lifetime of Use Quality fishing gear becomes part of tradition. It’s used season after season, collecting memories along the way. Marking Important Moments Milestones de

Fly fishing environments vary widely, and each demands slightly different gear choices. Matching your equipment to the type of water you fish makes your time more comfortable, efficient, and enjoyable. Small Rivers and Streams Narrow banks, overhanging trees, and tight casting lanes define many small streams. Here, lightweight and compact gear is ideal. A smaller landing net is easier to carry and less likely to catch on vegetation. Minimal, well-chosen accessories keep movem

Why a Quality Landing Net Matters More Than You Think Fly fishing often focuses on rods, reels, and flies, but the landing net is one of the most important tools an angler carries. A well-made net doesn’t just land fish — it protects them, improves your experience, and becomes part of your rhythm on the water. Protecting the Fish A quality landing net with soft, fish-friendly mesh reduces stress and damage to scales and fins. For catch-and-release anglers, this is essential.

Fly fishing connects us directly to rivers, wildlife and natural landscapes. Because of this, the materials we choose for our equipment matter more than ever. Responsible Wood Selection At Little-Brook, sustainability starts with the timber. We favour responsibly sourced hardwoods that offer strength and longevity without unnecessary environmental impact. Well-made wooden gear lasts decades, not seasons. This reduces waste and avoids the cycle of replacing cheaply made altern

Fly fishing has always been about more than just catching fish. It’s about patience, skill, and a deep respect for the water and the environment around us. At Little-Brook, every handcrafted landing net is made with those same values in mind. From Timber to Tool Each landing net begins its life as carefully selected hardwood. We choose timber not just for strength, but for character. The grain, colour and natural movement of the wood all influence the final shape of the net.