The FlyBox was started as a hobby business in 1969 by Al Egerton who later sold it and then repurchased it in 1997. Since its debut it has changed hands four times and is presently owned and operated by Ron Shephard who has been in the fishing industry for 40 years plus. From collecting vintage tackle to buying and selling reel parts. Ron has put them all together to create The Fly And Tackle Box. more... See more text