Quartering Sea

waves coming toward the side.

Quill Float

a float made from the quill of peacock feathers. Not used as much nowadays.

Quiver tip

special type of rod used to detect bites when ledgering. It has a sensitive tip that curves over when the angler has a bite. Quiver tips vary in strength and stiffness which can be changed according to the weather conditions.

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