Mark Smith Fish Art - "Rainbow Trout" Original Gyotaku 4-piece A nice Abel Creek Series

A nice Abel Creek Series #1 black anodized reel

and a sliding oil cap marked "Heritage No

Hardy records show that only 17 in total were made

The rod includes the original bag with stiffening dowel and the original tube with brass fittings

The distinct Tom Maxwell script remains clean and bold

Mark Smith Fish Art - "Rainbow Trout" Original Gyotaku 4-piece A nice Abel Creek SeriesFor sale here is an original Gyotaku (fish rubbing) by artist Mark Smith "Rainbow Trout". It measures 24 x 18" and comes unframed. See here for his main collection page here on Vintage Fly Tackle. Mark W. Smith, or "Smitty", has guided fly fisherman on the Henry's Fork for over 25 years. His observations on the water are the mainstream of his visual expression. "I like to go outside each day and look for something special."