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Sacred Hunter's avatar

Beautifully written and poignant. I too find that my older equipment has meaning and spirit in it. Although I may buy a new piece from time to time, I can’t depend on the old stuff like a loyal friend. Well done!

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Matthew Every's avatar

Thanks! I'm glad you liked it. Stay tuned for more and good luck this season!

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Jacob Sotak's avatar

I like the idea of gear being a witness. My go-to fly rod is an old 5wt that’s landed fish all over the country. The finish is peeling and only the ferrules are unbleached by the sun. It’s become a companion.

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Matthew Every's avatar

Love it! I've got an old reel like that that's been everywhere with me.

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Lou Tamposi's avatar

Your gear organization system — both aspirational and actual — so closely mirrors my own it’s scary.

I’m telling myself too late to get everything organized, with deer season right around the corner — but there’s always next year!

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Matthew Every's avatar

Ha! That's what I tell myself every year, too... Good luck this season!

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