Experience is the best teacher, and only the individual knows what works best for him or her. But since every angler has to begin somewhere, this article will present some general advice for the novice on building a the basic arsenal that will become a tackle box. The Tackle Box Tackle boxes come in many sizes, shapes, and materials. Many fishermen actually have two tackle boxes, a large one to organize and store all the fishing tackle when not in use, and a smaller, more portable version to hold only the tackle needed while actually fishing. The type of tackle box you'll need will depend largely on the type of fishing you'll be doing, and your personal preferences.
Some anglers use cigar boxes, or sewing boxes, or even their hats to store their tackle.
Often though, particularly when your tackle collection begins to grow, there really is no substitute for a box made specifically to handle this type of equipment. There are a few main types of tailor-made tackle boxes. Wooden boxes are natural and nostalgic, but they are often heavy and may need a lot of care. Most anglers opt for a plastic or aluminum box that is water and weather resistant. Most modern tackle boxes are designed to accommodate specialty boxes that fit inside the main compartment, such as fly boxes and worm boxes, or come already fitted with a wide range of internal and external compartments.