AboutJoe 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.
Organizations Rod Builders International
Publications Web Site: www.blackdogtackle.com
Education/Credentials BS, Business Administration, University of Tulsa
Question i have my fathers FS70 7' 5oz feralite 2 pc rod
also on the feralite decal is...G96473
is this a serial # that indicates when this rod was manufactured?
i would appreciate any info you can provide re: age, original selling price and current value. i believe this rod to be in very good condition and is still in use with me and my son. thank you for your time.
Answer Hi Eric,
There were two distinct generations of Fenwick Feralite fly rods and I assume the same holds true for the spinning rods. The first generation was made from 1063-1971 and the second generation was made from 1972-1988. I have more information available to me on fly rods than spinning rods but I suspect any changes in rod design would have been carried throughout the Feralite lineup.
In Very Good condition your rod is probably valued in the $50-$75 range. It shouold be a good fishing rod.
