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 Till you the depth thereof have truly found; And on the same a twisted thread bestow At your own will, to hang it on your hook, And so to let it down into the brook.

Of lead likewise, yet must you have a ring, Whose whole diameter in length contains  [16. p. 193] Three inches full, and fastened to a string That must be long and sure, if need constrains; Through whose round hole you shall your Angle bring, And let it fall into the wat'ry plain Until he come the weeds and sticks unto; From whence your hook it serveth to undo.

Have tools good store to serve your turn withal, Lest that you happen some to lose or break; As in great waters oft it doth befall When that the hook is naught or line too weak: And waxèd thread, or silk, so it be small, To set them on, that if you list to wreak Your former loss, you may supply the place; And not return with sorrow and disgrace.

Have twist likewise, so that it be not white,  [17. p. 194.] Your rod to mend, or broken top to tie; For all white colours do the fishes fright And make them from the bait away to fly: A file to mend your hooks, both small and light; A good sharp knife, your girdle hanging by; A pouch with many parts and purses thin, To carry all your tools and trinkets in.