I can answer questions on graphite fly rod building and bamboo rod restoration and making. I can guide people to restorers . I can guide people to rod building components on the internet as well as catalog. I can help them identify and value their bamboo fly rods with a picture .
If you are asking for the id of an old rod
please give a complete description
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, send pictures especially labels or logos to me macsrods@yahoo.com and a complete including as much the following as you can:
Is it? fly or casting rod ? Reel seat is below or above the cork handle ?
Check metal for id and patents ? What is it made of; bamboo ( flat sided) fiberglass or graphite ( round)? Weight in oz? What is the diameter of the rod above the cork? Where was it purchased ? What type of metal nickel-silver, tin, or chrome platted brass? A complete description of any logos or labels. Length of rod per section and number of sections. Total rod length.
Please read the following if the rod has either of the following two labels
Montague or H-I (Horrocks-Ibbotson).
They are looked down upon by the collecting community and often they are justified. They were mass produced , rather heavy and very slow. They are not going to resale for very much.
Two books are available at larger libraries to get history and or value: Antique & Collectable Fishing Rods: Identification & Value Guide Homel, Dan. 1997 Bamboo Rod Restoration Handbook -Michael Sinclair
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Because of my knowledge I can help you sell and get a good price for your vintage bamboo fly rod. email
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Experience I have been restoring bamboo fly rods for 15 years and making graphite for 17 .
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Question Interested to know about value of this 8-1/2 ft rod,
in nearly brand-new condition,
3-piece, 2 tips, with marking of
H D Hor D on reel section.
I have the sock and tube, too.
thanks,
dh
Answer Daniel,
Price Book:
Antique & Collectable Fishing Rods: Identification & Value Guide Homel, Dan. 1997 (2nd edition 2000) add about 30% for age of book
Homel gives the 8 1/2' model South Bend c.1940 #46 with an extra tip, 3 sections a value of $40, 100 and $195 for poor, good, excellent condition respectively.
While Model #346 fly rod 9' #3/2# c.1955 35 80 150.
Each South Bend rod was made in three actions; Wet Fly or Trout Action, Bass Action, and Dry Fly Action. The model number refers to the rod's grade, or quality and the series number represents the action. For example, #146 is Trout Action, #46 is Bass Action, and #346 is Dry Fly Action. All of these Model 59 rods have the same wraps, hardware and other specifications -only the taper is different. Your rod model dry fly and length are desirable.
Most people over evaluate bamboo rods. Please quote the book, not me as I have never seen the condition of the rod. I am guessing your rod is in good condition. An exact criteria for condition is in the above book, available in most libraries.
Luck,
Mac
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