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About Joe Douglas
Expertise
I can answer questions on custom rod building and rod restoration and rod repair for bamboo, graphite and fiberglass fishing rods. I also have experience in estimating the value of vintage rods and determining the original manufacturer.
Experience
I operate a custom rod building business providing fly rods, spey rods, casting and spinning rods in bamboo graphite and fiberglass. I have a personal interest in vintage rods and have a small collection of reference books and articles which often help shed light on the origins of the older rods.
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Rod Builders International
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Web Site: www.blackdogtackle.com
Education/Credentials
BS, Business Administration, University of Tulsa
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Fishing - old fly rod?
Expert: Joe Douglas - 10/22/2009
Question
Hi there, I'm a fly fishing fool from oregon. I was given a shakesspeare fly rod in its original tube and bag. On tube it says wonderod no. 1370. 8' 6". Could you tell me how old it is and should I put it up or go get it wet on the McKenzie? Thanks a bunch, Dan.
Answer
Hi Dan,
The fiberglass Wonderods date from the 1960s and 1970s and are pretty decent rods. Value in its original tube and bag would be in the $25-$60 range depending on condition. It's an antique, but not one with a lot of collector value and it still has a lot of life in it. I'd fish it.
Thanks, Joe
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