[jredfly]

Originally Posted by chefchris401

someone posted this link on the edge forum and thought id repost it here, as its a pretty cool story, goes into great detail.

73 pounds in 1913

amazing that fish this big were landed on the gear they had back then.

Charles Church Record Striped Bass of 1913 - StriperSurf.com - Striped Bass Fishing, Stripers, Rockfish - Saltwater Fishing

Great story! Thanks!

I like the part at the end stating the finest hooks were made in Limerick Ireland - it's in my blood