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| wonderod | 8/18/2008 |
Q: My uncle gave me a flyrod made by Dr. howald. It's a 7'9" rod that has never been used. Still in the ...
A: Kip, I assume the rod is round rather than flat sided. It is fiberglass not bamboo. According to my ...
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| J.S Sharpe - Aberdeen Scottie - 2 piece | 8/13/2008 |
Q: I was left a number of bamboo rods by my father when he passed away a couple of years ago and I have ...
A: Michelle, I am a US trout bamboo fly rod man. Your rods are UK. I do have some info on Alcocks . ...
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| fred divine rod dating | 8/11/2008 |
Q: I have 2 Fred Divine rods that came from gramps, original condition, with the original sticker, ...
A: Dave, Yes they can be dated. Devine was in business from 1885 to 1934 ish. But I bet you were ...
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| Vintage Hardy Fishing Rod | 8/8/2008 |
Q: I inherited a vintage Hardy fishing rod from my grandfather. It is a fly rod in 2 sections. Each ...
A: Liz, There is a section on Hardy in Antique & Collectable Fishing Rods: Identification & Value Guide ...
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| Bambo Fly Rod | 8/7/2008 |
Q: My boyfriend has a Bamboo Fly Rod that came in a wooden box, when you open the box the top has a ...
A: Brenda, I don't know how old you are but when I was a kid in the 50s Japanese made trinkets ...
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| Fly line weight | 8/5/2008 |
Q: a couple questions on cane rods. I have a Heddon #17 bamboo. It has black wrapping with a red or ...
A: Bill, Our forefathers fished much like we do today . Like today most rods in the past were 6 weight ...
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| bamboo fly rods | 8/5/2008 |
Q: What criteria determine the value of an bamboo fly rod? My father is curious about the worth of some ...
A: Nick, Collectors set the prices if that is what you mean by value. So it is a well known maker and ...
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| Antique fly rod | 8/4/2008 |
Q: I have an antique "windsor" octagonal bamboo fly rod which entails a four piece rod set with it's ...
A: Scott, Octagonal ? You mean eight or six sided ? I got nothing for "Windsor". Pictures to ...
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| info requested on Heddon bamboo fly rod | 7/25/2008 |
Q: I have a Heddon Premier #115 9 foot 3 section rod with a spare tip. It was bought in late 40's or ...
A: Bob, My books (homel) says the Premier 115 is 8 1/2 but lists a 115 trout fly rod, both with extra ...
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| James Heddon and sons fly rod | 7/22/2008 |
Q: A friend came to me with a vintage pole and was hoping you could help value it for me. It is a James ...
A: Wesley, First my answer is assuming you have a bamboo rod. It would have flat not rounded sides. The ...
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| S.J.Small fly rod | 7/20/2008 |
Q: Rich- I have an S.J.Small Standard bamboo fly rod. It is 8 FT. in length, has 3 sections and has an ...
A: Dale Your rod is in my books, Antique & Collectable Fishing Rods: Identification & Value Guide ...
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| Heddon Pal fly rod | 7/18/2008 |
Q: My husband just found above our garage a Heddon Pal Black Beauty #75- Trout- 7 1/2' fly rod it is in ...
A: Tara, I believe you have a fiberglass rod. It is round not flat sided. They started making it in ...
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| R. L. WINSTON BAMBOO RODS | 7/16/2008 |
Q: MCGAUGHEY I HAVE BEEN LOOKING TO TALK TO SOMEONE LIKE YOU. I NEED AN EXPERT TO HELP ME RESTORE AND ...
A: Ricky, I would be glad to help you. Just as aside I bet you aren't aware but typing in all caps on ...
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| heddon rod | 7/7/2008 |
Q: The rod is a Heddon Pal Superlative F 770 - Trout 8 foot 2 piece. Also written on it are the ...
A: Ken, I believe you have a fiberglass rod, it had an extra tip. They started making it in 1955. In ...
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| Heddon Fly Rod | 7/5/2008 |
Q: I actually found a Heddon bamboo in a dumpster being discarded by a widow whose husband recently ...
A: Mike, Well it’s not worth a thousands but if restored, then it might bring $230. History of Heddon: ...
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| Pezon & Michel | 7/1/2008 |
Q: I have inherited several bamboo and one mahogony split (like bamboo) rods. One made by Pezon & ...
A: Michael, The serial number gives the date of manufacture , your rod was the 10th rod made in 1967. ...
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| re: very old greenheart salmon rod with brass reel | 7/1/2008 |
Q: just been reading your latest replys and think you may be able to help me i have inheirited a ...
A: John, Sorry, I am a US trout bamboo fly rod guy. I believe your rod to be UK in origin. It is not in ...
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| fishing rod identification | 6/23/2008 |
Q: have a heddon #7650 6' pack rod (trailblazer) 4 piece. with aluminum case. any idea what it might be ...
A: Daniel, Is it flat or round sided ? Is it fly or cast ? (fly rods have the reel on the bottom while ...
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| granger rod | 6/19/2008 |
Q: its a Granger victory .it has 4 tips three of which make the rod 7'6" and one that makes it 8'. its ...
A: Josh, According to Antique & Collectable Fishing Rods: Identification & Value Guide Homel, Dan. ...
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| Additional identification | 6/19/2008 |
Q: My friend's father left him a great looking "cane" fly pole, I'm trying to intro him to flyfishing ...
A: Ric If your rod has either of the following two labels Montague or Horrocks-Ibbotson, it is not very ...
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| Milward Hexacane Flymaster value | 6/18/2008 |
Q: I have a milward Hexacane Flymaster. It is 8' 7" and is in very good to excellent condition. ...
A: Bill, What you have there is a UK rod . It is not in my books and I have little to no experience ...
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| H-I Vernley fly rod | 6/11/2008 |
Q: I have a three piece H-I fly rod with the trout and H-I decal with the model "Vernley" in white ...
A: David, HI first made the Vernley model in the 30s. (Bamboo Rod Restoration Handbook by Michael ...
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| Hunter split bamboo fly rod | 6/10/2008 |
Q: Have a 9 ft split bamboo rod [3 sections/extra tip]with what looks like a plastic threaded reel ...
A: Ken, This rod was produced by Bill Phillipson in Denver, never carried the Phillipson name, but ...
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| What kind of rod? | 6/9/2008 |
Q: I have had this pole since I was a kid (now 65). I recently got interested in fly fishing and dug ...
A: Jerome, A fly rod has the reel below the handle ,while a casting rod is reversed with the reel above ...
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| trailmaster rod | 6/7/2008 |
Q: I'm trying to find out if this rod is worth anything.
A: Martin, From the brief name only , I surmise you have a 4 piece pack rod , probably fiberglass. It ...
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| vintage fly rod | 6/4/2008 |
Q: I have a ? on a vintage fly rod I have. I know it is from 1900 to 1920 and was made by a company in ...
A: Lori, Please resend the pictures to macsrods@yahoo.com. I no longer have them, I erased them when ...
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| vintage fly rod | 6/2/2008 |
Q: I have a ? on a vintage fly rod I have. I know it is from 1900 to 1920 and was made by a company in ...
A: Lori, Shakespeare was in Minnesota but having that kind of information doesn't lead me to the maker. ...
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| flyrod rplacement | 5/24/2008 |
Q: Part A:Trying to replace top section of a an old Daiwa flyrod. Don't know if it is worth looking ...
A: Mike, I would guess it has little collectors resale value. Graphite rods are mass produced so yes ...
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| Rare Bamboo fly rob | 5/24/2008 |
Q: I have a robert j williams bamboo rob that I was told is worth some money. Where can I find more ...
A: Jay, If what you say is true - only 5 robs I mean rods, it is not worth much. No one is going to ...
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| Grampus Bamboo Fishing pole | 5/24/2008 |
Q: I have three Grampus poles in the original cases made by Kiraku and Co Inc. The large one is the ...
A: Eric, Unfortunately there is nothing written in English on Japanese rods that I have been able to ...
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| unidentified split-cane fly rod | 5/19/2008 |
Q: I have a fly rod with no identification to be found on it. I have no photos, but the rod is just 57" ...
A: Joe, Fly or casting ? Rainbow sounds like very modern thread. Does it have a tip top (guide at the ...
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| sea horse fly rod | 5/13/2008 |
Q: I have recently purchased a sea horse fly rod on e-bay. It appears to be for salt water and has 3 ...
A: Jonathan,. I looked it up on ebay . I wish you had asked me before Buying. This is a fresh water rod ...
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| boat question | 5/5/2008 |
Q: i own an 89 johnson 150vro, iv'e replased the fuel/water separator, i've replased the fuel pump. ...
A: Evan, You have contacted a guy who ids bamboo fly rods. Please give me great feed back. Try: ...
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| bamboo rod | 4/23/2008 |
Q: I have a Heddon Expert #25-6-m. I would like to know when it was made and what it is worth. The pole ...
A: Dan, Experts were numbered 125 , could it be you missed the one ? In order to date it , I need to ...
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| 2 old fishing rods | 4/23/2008 |
Q: Mr. McGaughey my father just gave me 2 poles from my grandpa and I was curious to your insight. 1st ...
A: Jason, My area of knowledge is US fly bamboo rods. I have seen all metal fly rods and have not been ...
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| Heddon Fly Rod aand Reel | 4/20/2008 |
Q: I have a Heddon Vicount Custom 8007 8 1/2' fly marked as C-HCH-GBF. It has a Heddon Mark IV Model ...
A: Bob, First line conversion to modern: AFTMA # DT WF LEVEL MM - OD IN - OD 7 HCH HCF ...
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| help with my old pole | 4/18/2008 |
Q: i have some very old poles i found in a estate im cleaning out. i was wondering if you have ever ...
A: Jeff, I believe Armax to be a rod model made by Winchester (the gun maker). But it is not in my ...
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| Heddon #13 & 14 | 4/18/2008 |
Q: The guide on the butt section of my #13 is missing. is the guide similar to the one on my #14? is it ...
A: Tom, I may have what you need (e-mail macsrods@yahoo.com). Mine are off old rods and look more ...
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| Heddon "Superlative" Fly rod | 4/17/2008 |
Q: I have inherited my Grandfather's Heddon fly rod. It is marked as follows: T Heddon Superlative ...
A: Jeff, Not sure what kind of info you are looking for. History of Heddon Rod CO.: ...
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| i need help | 4/16/2008 |
Q: I have a 7 foot black rod brand fly rod and my biddy wants to by it and all I know about it is it ...
A: Melvin, You can get a professional estimate ( it costs). You can give me a much more detailed ...
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| bamboo fly rod | 4/13/2008 |
Q: My father-in-law has a 80" two piece bamboo fly rod with the markings "Empire Tackle" with the work ...
A: Robert, Never Heard of empire tackle nor is it in my books; Antique & Collectable Fishing Rods: ...
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| bamboo fly rod | 4/12/2008 |
Q: I found a bamboo fly rod in a wooden case up in my attic. The label on the rod says its a countess. ...
A: Terry, Sorry but your description does not lead me anywhere. If you would like to send me more ...
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| Vintage bamboo fishing rod identification | 4/11/2008 |
Q: I am having a hard time finding the name on a vintage bamboo fishing rod I found and wanted your ...
A: Randy, I don't know how old you are but when I was a kid in the 50s Japanese made trinkets to ...
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| Project Rod | 4/9/2008 |
Q: Rich - Found this on Ebay - Any comments - Value? LM Dickson Golden Bamboo Fly Rod, with a ...
A: Stan, I don't know who L.M. Dickson is but it is not the well know Dickerson. My question is ; is ...
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| Restoring a Horrocks Ibbotson Fly rod | 4/7/2008 |
Q: My father recently gave me my Great-Granddad's Horrocks Ibbotson fly rod and real. The rod is in ...
A: Jack, First Your HI may be valuable to you but you will never be able to resale it for much even ...
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| Bamboo Rod | 4/4/2008 |
Q: Rich, I am still looking for a project rod, any information, value on a Kingfisher 9' 3 piece rod? ...
A: Stan, Kingfisher is probably not worth much, so if it is under $25 , it is worth buying to restore. ...
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| Bamboo Rod Value | 4/2/2008 |
Q: Rich - I am looking for a rod to re-store, any idea on the value of this one? Thanks Stan Rare ...
A: Stan, If your rod has either of the following two labels Montague or Horrocks-Ibbotson, it is not ...
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| Bamboo Fly Rods | 4/1/2008 |
Q: I have a chance to pick up a JC Higgins rod that requires some work to restore it. Is it worth it?
A: Stan, Depending on condition probably worth under 25 if it is a bamboo rod 9 ft , 3 sections 2 tips ...
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| bamboo rod | 3/30/2008 |
Q: Father in law has :# BC-251 fresh water combo split bamboo fishing rod from Nippon fishing tackle. ...
A: Fred, I don't know how old you are but when I was a kid in the 50s Japanese made trinkets to ...
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| Finally found grandpa's old bamboo rod | 3/28/2008 |
Q: Howdy Mac. Grandpa's old bamboo rod finally surfaced today, after being missing 20 years. It's a ...
A: Dan, Got the pics. Are the two tips of equal length , and do they both fit into the mid section? ...
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| Wards Premier | 3/24/2008 |
Q: I was given a Wards' Premier bamboo fly rod. I can't find any other markings on it anywhere. It's a ...
A: Lu Ann, Reel: Antique & Collectable Fishing Reels: Identification, Evaluation & Maintenance Homel, ...
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| Heddon #14 | 3/20/2008 |
Q: Mac: I have a Heddon #14 in pretty decent condition. I noticed in one of your responses, you asked ...
A: Wayne, Your rod was made from 1951- 1954. The butt ferrule size is designated by "2F" or "2 ˝ F". ...
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| vintage fishing rod. | 3/14/2008 |
Q: I have a vintage fishing rod in four sections (2 tips I believe). Each section approx 35" long. The ...
A: Carol, Orvis is my first thought but they usually have white model names as well as "impregnated ...
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| Horrocks and ibbotson | 3/12/2008 |
Q: I have a very very clean HI tonkin cane pole GENEVA model the wrapping is a burgundy color,all ...
A: Mike Probably under $50. The Geneva model is not mentioned in Antique & Collectable Fishing ...
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| Ferrules | 3/3/2008 |
Q: I have fixed a couple old HEDDON BAMBOO rods. I like to fish them myself. Where can I get ferrules ...
A: Robert, Places to try Golden Witch http://www.goldenwitch.com/ which is a reseller for: Arcane ...
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| Fly Rod Value STAG | 3/2/2008 |
Q: I have a Stag 7 weight fly rod that was part of an extened family members. I want to sell it on ebay ...
A: Gary, You did not say what this rod was made of , bamboo (6 flat sides)? fiber glass or graphite ...
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| old bamboo pole | 3/1/2008 |
Q: I can't seem to find any poles that have a name similar to what is on this pole. Mine has most of ...
A: John, Pictures would help, to macsrods@yahoo.com, especially close up on the label. Check all metal ...
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| beaverkill by Horrocks Ibbotson | 3/1/2008 |
Q: 3 section 8'6" bamboo fly rod good shape. would like to know the value. has beaverkill wrote on ...
A: Carol, If the rod has either of the following two labels Montague or Horrocks-Ibbotson it does not ...
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| divine rod | 2/24/2008 |
Q: I have a divine rod, the writing says,,,, Utica, New York, Orvis Bamboo fly rod, Abercrombie & ...
A: David, You called if a "divine" rod, is that a comment on its appearance? It's an orvis rod. At ...
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| Old Hi's Hitest | 2/23/2008 |
Q: Can you tell me something about a 3-piece rod I inherited from my father. It was purchased sometime ...
A: Larry Horrocks-Ibbotson make a "Old Hi's Hitest" starting in 1940 through the 50s. They are looked ...
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| W-M 4pc spinning rod w/tube,pouch | 2/22/2008 |
Q: Trailmaster, 4TMS-61/2. Hey Rich, Thanks in advance for your opinion, much apprc'd. This 4pc ...
A: Chester, If there is a value to casting rods, I have not found a good place to sell them. I have not ...
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| Value of fishing rod | 2/7/2008 |
Q: I am in possession of a split bamboo fly/casting rod combination (by reversing grip). It is in ...
A: Earl, I don't know how old you are but when I was a kid in the 50s Japanese made trinkets to survive ...
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| my bamboo fly rod | 1/28/2008 |
Q: can you help me identify or apraise my bamboo rod. It is 11 ft/ 3 pcs, the metal is aluminum, 1 ...
A: William, I doubt if I can but I am willing to try. I am a US trout fly rod man and I am guessing ...
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| Heddon Bamboo Fly Rods | 1/23/2008 |
Q: I have 2 Heddon Bamboo fly rods in excellent condition from my grandfather. I would like ot use the ...
A: Michael, the #10: HDH or E means 6 weight with Double Taper , or 5 weight with weight forward. The ...
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| Usability of a Tonkin Cane Fly Rod | 1/21/2008 |
Q: 30 years ago I started learning to fly fish with a Fenwick pole. Before I made it far along I ...
A: Harvey, Horricks Ibbotson made the Ike Walton in the 30s. It cost $10 then , others ranged from ...
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| Heddon Rod | 1/19/2008 |
Q: I was given a rod "end" with the following markings : Heddon #851-6'-Ex-L "for 3/8 oz." It has a ...
A: Mike, Fly rods have the handle above the reel seat, while bait / casting rods have the reel above ...
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| want to find some idea of what rod is worth | 1/16/2008 |
Q: i need to find where to sell 1968 orvis bamboo battenkill 7 1/2 ft fly rod 2 tips 3 7/8 oz line hdg6 ...
A: David, That is amazing 900 in 65? I have never heard that before. Orvis does not carry the ...
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| want to find some idea of what rod is worth | 1/16/2008 |
Q: i need to find where to sell 1968 orvis bamboo battenkill 7 1/2 ft fly rod 2 tips 3 7/8 oz line hdg6 ...
A: David, Please do not quote me for prices, Please. Can I say please again ? I am getting the prices ...
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| H-I Rod Question | 1/14/2008 |
Q: I'm looking to find out how old my H-I fly rod is and it's value. I read your post on H-I history ...
A: Jeremy, Bamboo Rod Restoration Handbook -Michael Sinclair dates your rod to 1945- 50.Queens were ...
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| antique split cane rod and reels | 1/13/2008 |
Q: Was given two reels and a split cane, two tipped, pole. I am trying to determine value on all items ...
A: Vern, The markings are probably H-I,the rod is probably Horrocks-Ibbotson. They were in Utica. They ...
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| Winchester fly rod | 1/9/2008 |
Q: Morning Rich, I own an early Winchester fly rod, made of metal. I was led to believe that these ...
A: Leif, Sorry, I have no information on metal rods. I have seen them . They have little or no ...
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| Heddon #17 and Hardy Palakona Deluxe | 1/3/2008 |
Q: my wife inherited both these rods, the Heddon needs a new wooden thread for its reel clamp but is ...
A: Adrian, Please do not quote me for prices, Please. Can I say please again ? I am getting the prices ...
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| Montague Salmon or Ocean Rod | 12/31/2007 |
Q: Mr. McGaughey, I was given an antique bamboo which was my grandfather's. I is a 2 piece Montague, ...
A: Mel, I am a bamboo trout fly rod man but I know some guys . One in particular is Jeff “Gnome” ...
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| Orvis Fly Rod | 12/22/2007 |
Q: Its in perfect shape no nicks no defects noted. The cork is just a little dirty. Its a 3 piece. ...
A: Jerome, I would search ebay but graphite rods are generally not collected and are not in any of my ...
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| "the jack frost" bamboo rod | 12/19/2007 |
Q: I was wondering if you had information or value on two bamboo rods I recently acquired. The first, A ...
A: John, Your rod is not in any of my books or memory. I tend to know rods from the 30s on. You might ...
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| old fly rods | 12/19/2007 |
Q: I have two rods in need of parts and repair (1) a Montague Mt Tom 3 piece nnd (2) a Horrocks ...
A: Jack Mt Tom might be worth as much as $20 with extra tip while the Beaverkill is less valuable. Both ...
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| Wright&McGill Granger Aristocrat | 12/18/2007 |
Q: Rich, I saw your answer to another gentleman who found a fly rod inherited from his father I also ...
A: Jim, Wright McGill Granger Aristocrat are nice rods and collected by many. Shorter rods such as ...
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| Buying | 12/11/2007 |
Q: I have a friend who would like to start collecting antique bamboo rods. Although he is a licensed ...
A: Ann, May I suggest a book which has prices in it , so when you wonder into a rod you know if you are ...
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| Kiraku Bamboo Rod & Shakespeare Reel | 12/4/2007 |
Q: My father passed away and we ultimately inherited a fly rod and reel from our grandfather. Can you ...
A: The rod was originally sold by the thousands to GIs in a light long box with lures and huge flies . ...
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| May Flower Fly Rod | 12/3/2007 |
Q: I've inherited a May Flower split bamboo fly rod out of Japan. It has 6 pieces (two are ...
A: Keith, Originally sold by the thousands to GIs in a light long box with lures and huge flies . ...
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| Banboo rod ferrules | 11/30/2007 |
Q: I am beginning to make hand split bamboo rods. (right, another one)I noticed that Beaverhead Rods ...
A: Rod, I'd swear you asked me this before. I don't know of anyone using graphite ferrules. I have ...
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| making a pack rod | 11/16/2007 |
Q: I have aquired quite a few graphite rods and am thinking of cutting a couple down to use as pack ...
A: Paul, They don't make graphite or glass ferrules to the best of my knowledge. They replace not ...
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| Heddon 14 repair | 11/6/2007 |
Q: The cork has basically disintegrated on an otherwise sound bamboo fly rod (9' 3/2 HCH). It simply ...
A: Malcolm, Heddon made a #14 from 1924 through 1954. It was no named early . In 1930 it was named the ...
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| HI bamboo fly rod | 10/28/2007 |
Q: Rich, I was given an antique HI bamboo fly rod and was wondering what the approx. value might be. ...
A: Brian, Horrocks-Ibbotson are looked down upon by the collecting community and often they are ...
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| South Bend model 469 pole | 10/28/2007 |
Q: We have an old South Bend model 469 pole it is a combination fly and spinning pole, we would like to ...
A: Steve, A bamboo South Bend model 469, 2 piece, extra tip according to Antique & Collectable Fishing ...
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| H-I Trout Decal | 10/25/2007 |
Q: I just picked up a H-I bamboo rod with the Horrocks Ibbotson Trout decal on it. It is a trout atop ...
A: Blake , The simple answer is no,it's not rare or valuable. I can see you didn't read my ...
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| Rod value | 10/23/2007 |
Q: Our pre-school has a rummage sale and one of the items donated is an old bamboo spinncast rod. I've ...
A: Peter, Bamboo Spin cast rods don't sell for much more than $25. My books and interest are all on ...
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| montague flyrods | 10/23/2007 |
Q: McGaughey i was recently given 2 montague flyrods both in fair to good condition with the cases, one ...
A: Michael, Montagues are looked down upon by the collecting community and often they are justified. ...
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| bamboo fly rod | 10/18/2007 |
Q: the south bend model 24-8 1/2 can you tell me what year it was made? 4 pcs. 2 tips it also has D or ...
A: Dave, According to Antique & Collectable Fishing Rods: Identification & Value Guide Homel, Dan. ...
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| Sewell and Dunton | 10/17/2007 |
Q: Ever heard of a Bosworth Special?
A: Hector I have never seen a Sewell N. Dunton rod ; or if, so it was not remarkable. According to ...
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| Horrocks & Ibbotson 1214 Kennebec (Power Glass) | 10/10/2007 |
Q: I have a two piece rod with the markings as in the subject but have not been able to find out ...
A: Pat, There are no books or much interest in fiberglass rods. I am assuming from the rod name , that ...
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| brand name | 10/8/2007 |
Q: Can you tell me anything about a company called Abbey and Imbrie? Did they make bamboo rods or did ...
A: Nella, A quick search of the Internet provides the following ...
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| Antique Fly Rod | 10/8/2007 |
Q: Rich, I have a couple old fly rods previously owned by my Father-in law-, now deceased. We lost one ...
A: Paul, They started producing these in 1936 through 1951. You can use the book I named above, ...
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| Antique Fly Rod | 10/8/2007 |
Q: Rich, I have a couple old fly rods previously owned by my Father-in law-, now deceased. We lost one ...
A: Paul, I am just really not sure what you are asking . Are you asking for the $ value for a South ...
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| how much should I 'invest' in fixing an old rod | 10/8/2007 |
Q: Rich, I see from previous questions that you give a low rating to Horrocks-Ibbotson mass produced ...
A: Howard, What I have noticed is the big boys are charging 300-400 dollars to restore rods. I charge ...
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| how much should I 'invest' in fixing an old rod | 10/7/2007 |
Q: Rich, I see from previous questions that you give a low rating to Horrocks-Ibbotson mass produced ...
A: Howard, Value is a very subjective thing for the most part. There are many kind of values. ...
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| bamboo fly rod | 10/6/2007 |
Q: Rich, I was given a Wright McGill Granger Aristocrat, 9ft, 3 sections plus extra tip. It came with a ...
A: Mike, Please do not quote me for prices, Please. Can I say please again ? I am getting the prices ...
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| Fly line ratings | 10/6/2007 |
Q: Can you provide a conversion chart for the old "alpha" line designations (HCH, HEH, etc.) as they ...
A: AFTMA # DT WF LEVEL MM - OD IN - OD 1 -- -- I 0.56 .022 2 -- -- H 0.63 .025 3 IFI IFG ...
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| Question about a lovely old cane rod | 10/6/2007 |
Q: , Was surfing the net and came across your name regarding cane rods. If it is not too much trouble, ...
A: Clark, I have not had good luck with Farlows rods. I am sure they are nice but they are not in my ...
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| bamboo fly rod | 10/5/2007 |
Q: RICH, I FOUND A GAME GETTER BAMBOO FLY ROD AT A LOCAL FLEA MARKET, I AM PRETTY SURE ITS NOT ANYTHING ...
A: Matt, Game Getter sounds like a model name . Does it have a manufactures name ? Any print on metal ...
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| old heddon | 10/3/2007 |
Q: i received a heddon fly rod from my grandfather. it has "#125-8'-1 1/2 F - HEHorF" Heddon Expert ...
A: JD, Heddon made the expert #125 model from 1948 to 1954. Please do not quote me for prices, Please. ...
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| antique fishing rods | 10/1/2007 |
Q: i have a milwards 2piece fishing rod it is 10foot 2 inches in lenth it has a 2 foot 5 inch cork ...
A: Mark, Milwards is English and your rod is not a trout rod. I have not been able to find a market for ...
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| Bamboo Fly Rods | 10/1/2007 |
Q: I have just acquired 2 bamboo Fly Rods that were my Grandfathers and have been trying to find out ...
A: Bob, Dave Cooks was a Denver Sporting Goods Store that went out of business in the 80s. Bill Barnes ...
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| Montague Redring | 10/1/2007 |
Q: I have in my possession a 9' bass action split bamboo fly rod manufactured by Montague Redwing ...
A: Todd, The original was red. The redwing model was made from the 30s to the 50s. It varied in ...
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| fly rod value | 9/28/2007 |
Q: I'm sorry i don't have a picture. this rod is a south bend, bamboo 8 1/2 foot. it is NO 59. it is a ...
A: Steven, The number is a model number. South Bend rod model numbers are a bit confusing, but there ...
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| Winchester Fly rod | 9/28/2007 |
Q: A friend has a very old Winchester bamboo fly rod. It has three sections with an extra tip section. ...
A: David, If there is a small piece of the cork handle that is missing, then is not in excellent ...
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| Jorgensen fly rod and Classis rod book | 9/26/2007 |
Q: 1. Do you know who the manufacturer was that made the jorgensen rods? 2. I am looking for a copy of ...
A: Rudy, 1 Sorry never heard of Jorgensen rods, nor are they in my books. They may be European. 2 ...
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| ibbotson fly rod | 9/19/2007 |
Q: I have an Ibbotson cane fly rod, excellent condition, with the original canvas case and paper label. ...
A: Doug, If it is in fishable condition , yes fish it. Keep it dry . If the finish or threads are ...
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| old rod | 9/19/2007 |
Q: I have an Alcedo Micron Superlite, 5 1/2", 1 3/4oz rod, with Continental Arms Corp. Logo on it, in ...
A: Bill, You have asked a US trout bamboo fly rod man about an Italian (I assume) fiberglass casting ...
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| Fly rod weights | 9/18/2007 |
Q: Just about every fly rod I have ever seen is marked for a particular line weight or weights, for ...
A: Allot of rod makers follow known dimensions called tapers dating back to the 1800s. I tell people ...
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| Fly rod weights | 9/15/2007 |
Q: Just about every fly rod I have ever seen is marked for a particular line weight or weights, for ...
A: Pat, Tha is a very complex question involving tradition and physics . Here's something to think ...
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| Split Bamboo Fly Rod | 9/7/2007 |
Q: I have a Shakespear rod. What can you tell me about it The tube is cardboard with what looks like a ...
A: Karen, I assume you are giving me the model name on the rod itself not on a bag or tube. According ...
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| Fly Rod Weight / Split Cane Rods | 8/31/2007 |
Q: Rich, First question... I'm new to fly fishing and recently I was talking to a person who was ...
A: Bill, Certainly there are 1 wt and 2 wt rods. I think there is 0 weight but I am not sure. All ...
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| BAMBOO MUSKY ROD | 8/28/2007 |
Q: I HAVE A ROD MARKED HELLY'S MUSKY THRILLER ROD AND ALSO WES WETTERGREN CAN YOU GIVE ME ANY INFO ON ...
A: Darren, Sorry I looked in my books* and my memories and find no Helly's or Wettergren rod. Most of ...
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| bamboo fly rod | 8/27/2007 |
Q: RICH, I BOUGHT A BAMBOO FLY ROD AT A LOCAL FLEE MARKET AND I DONT THINK IT IS ANYTHING SPECTACULAR ...
A: Matt, Horrocks-Ibbotson are looked down upon by the collecting community and often they are ...
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| T$T Bamboo Spinning Rod | 8/25/2007 |
Q: I have a 5'6"Thomas and Thomas bamboo SPINNING rod. It is labeled "custom spin" on it. It has two ...
A: Joseph, Yes I have a comparable value but please do not quote me for prices, Please. Can I say ...
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| Fly rods | 8/21/2007 |
Q: What is it worth as is or refurb. 1). A&F Favorite,9', 3 piece with extra tip? 2). Label is oblong ...
A: Bill I am a US bamboo trout fly rod man . If you rods are not any of those , then it's out of my ...
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| Value of my fly rod? | 8/16/2007 |
Q: I have a old classic rod that has never been used , it was given to me when my uncle passed, he had ...
A: Walter, Fred De Bell inherited / bought numerous Phillipson and Wright & McGill rods and components. ...
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| Farlow dating system | 8/15/2007 |
Q: Rich, glad to meet you . Been fishing cane fly rods for 40 years, wouldn't change, I love them. ...
A: Mike, I am sorry to report all my knowledge and books are on US rods . But I did use a book once to ...
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| Wright&Mcgill deep sea rod | 8/2/2007 |
Q: I have an old wrightmcgill rod that was made speacil for my grandfather. I have been offered ...
A: Ray, Is this rod made from bamboo ? What if any model name does it have ? I would need allot more ...
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| horrocks & Ibbotson bamboo fly rod | 7/28/2007 |
Q: i have a Horrocks and Ibbotson out of Utica New York, 3 piece, cork handle, reel below handle, ...
A: Picture or flat map of labels at http://www.lu-c-an.com/HIlabels.bmp The decals shown on the flat ...
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| horrocks & Ibbotson bamboo fly rod | 7/28/2007 |
Q: i have a Horrocks and Ibbotson out of Utica New York, 3 piece, cork handle, reel below handle, ...
A: Lael, The "silver joint " is a ferrule and is probably chrome platted brass. In my book, Antique & ...
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| Genuine Tonkin Cane rod | 7/22/2007 |
Q: ,its in fine condition to heave for a fly rod about 5 1/2 feet redish bambo color the eyes are ...
A: Do you mean accept or expect ? I don't think pictures will help. I think complete sentences and a ...
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| Genuine Tonkin Cane rod | 7/21/2007 |
Q: ,its in fine condition to heave for a fly rod about 5 1/2 feet redish bambo color the eyes are ...
A: Michael , You message is very unclear. Are you sure you have a fly rod ? What is at the bottom of ...
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| old bamboo rods | 7/19/2007 |
Q: have two in my possesion 1 f.e.THomas Special,Bangor Maine 34" 3 section with 1 foot insert hex. ...
A: Everett, I am having trouble understanding your abbreviations ? Could you please write in complete ...
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| bamboo fly rods | 7/18/2007 |
Q: I just purchased a bamboo fly rod on ebay and was wondering if you could tell me things like ...
A: Trent, Probably a 6 weight. Look for letters such as HDH which indicate line weight. Put ferrules ...
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| bamboo fly rods | 7/12/2007 |
Q: I have an antique bamboo fly rod with no apparent markings. It has a base, a second section and two ...
A: Ronnie, Sorry your description is too generic to even guess. What is the length of the pieces ? The ...
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| heddon | 7/10/2007 |
Q: I have a Heddon Expert #125-9 foot-3F-GBG or C. It has 1 extra end (3foot). Also, I have the bag ...
A: Shawn, I often hear from people who say their rod is in excellent condition0 that means it looks ...
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| Vintage Cane Rod | 7/4/2007 |
Q: I'm looking for some information on a vintage cane Fly rod that I have inherited. I am possibly ...
A: Jamie, I need more information such as: Does this rod fit together ? What is its total length ? What ...
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| Heddon #10 | 7/3/2007 |
Q: I have a 7.5', 3piece, 1 1/2F Heddon #10 with diagonal "Heddon" and a "Taylor and Co." decal near ...
A: Mike, What you have there is a Featherweight model, of some ilk, sold by a third party , which was ...
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| Bamboo rod pricing | 6/25/2007 |
Q: My grandfather gave me a antique bamboo fly rod that was his fathers and it's very old, but i'm not ...
A: Kamren, I recomend you take pictures first and be ready to send them to me. Without labels I can't ...
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| value | 6/21/2007 |
Q: i have a gift from an old person a milward's flycraft rod 3 pieces with an extra last piece;the ...
A: Raymond, English - Frances below I have heard of the bamboo rod maker Milwards , they are British ...
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| Vintage Montague Fly Rod | 6/20/2007 |
Q: Rich I need any info that you might have on a vintage fly rod that I purchased. It is a "Montague" ...
A: Larry, My first thought is that this rod was made by the Montague Rod Company in Mass. Please go to ...
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| South Bend Custom Spin Cast Rod | 6/13/2007 |
Q: I have an old South Bend Custom Spin Cast 15066 Power Taper Rod that I am curious of the value. On ...
A: Tish, I believe what you have there is a fiberglass rod which is not bamboo. It is a spin rodand ...
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| THE CASCADE FLY ROD - MAKER IS HORROCKS-IBBOTSON | 6/10/2007 |
Q: I found this in my great uncle's estate recently. Can you provide information to me? Thank you. ...
A: Dee Ann, The Cascade is a 3 piece 2 tip rod . If you have the 2nd tip and it is as you described, my ...
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| Sewell N. Dunton bamboo flyrod | 6/10/2007 |
Q: Rich - I was just given a vintage bamboo flyrod with an oval sticker that says "Angler's Choice, ...
A: Alan , Here's the history : Sewell N. Dunton & Son, Inc. is not the best known rod maker, but their ...
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| Sewell N. Dunton bamboo flyrod | 6/10/2007 |
Q: Rich - I was just given a vintage bamboo flyrod with an oval sticker that says "Angler's Choice, ...
A: Alan, I have never seen a Sewell N. Dunton rod ; or if, so it was not remarkable. According to ...
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| Grandfather's fly rods | 6/7/2007 |
Q: I have just recently inherited a collection of 3 fly rods from my grandfather's collection and, ...
A: Cameron, The reel is not going to mean as much to you if you are anything like the beginners in my ...
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| South Bend Flyrod | 6/6/2007 |
Q: I have been given a South Bend 9' bamboo flyrod. It bears the label (handwriiten black ink) ...
A: Joe, South Bend always used numbers never model names . There was a fly model #77 9 ft 3 section 2 ...
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| Grandfather's fly rods | 6/5/2007 |
Q: I have just recently inherited a collection of 3 fly rods from my grandfather's collection and, ...
A: Cameron, I recommend you fish them with some small provisos .I would go for a free casting lesson ...
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| "antique" bamboo fly pole | 6/5/2007 |
Q: Rich, I have my grandfathers fly pole, he died in 1960, and would like any information on the pole ...
A: Eric, Most bamboo rods I deal with are 6 sided , hexagonal. I have never heard of , nor in my books ...
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| flies | 6/4/2007 |
Q: It's 06-04-07 in Northeast Pennsylvania, what would be a good fly to fish with? Color and ...
A: Peak, Northeast Pennsylvania and fly choice is a little bit out of my usual questions on bamboo fly ...
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| Horrocks Ibbotson cane rod | 5/23/2007 |
Q: I too have a 3 piece rod in a tattered cloth bag. My rod has President (I'm sure it's the model) to ...
A: The President was upper part of the line at HI in the 20s . Horrocks-Ibbotson rods are looked down ...
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| Kiraku answerr | 5/21/2007 |
Q: Rich, you once answered the question on value of these bamboo rods as minimal but stated that you ...
A: Robert, I have since found out that the post WWII Japanese rods were not made out of Tonkin cane. I ...
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| Heddon #17 Identification | 5/18/2007 |
Q: Rich, You confused me with a recent response you provided to Heidi. In that response I believe you ...
A: Dan, I appreciate you question. The terminology is common in collectors and builders circles . It is ...
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| Heddon #17 Identification | 5/18/2007 |
Q: Rich, You confused me with a recent response you provided to Heidi. In that response I believe you ...
A: Dan, You probably don't have a rarity, just one not mentioned in my book : Antique & Collectable ...
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| Wright & McGill Bamboo Fly Rod | 5/13/2007 |
Q: Good Morning! While organizing my garage yesterday I got the bug & started tuning up my fishing ...
A: Dave, The Wright & McGill (Granger) model Aristocrat 7 ft was 2 sections 2 tips. If one tip is not ...
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| #24 9' 4 pcs case & tube South Bend | 5/12/2007 |
Q: I would like to know the value.It is in close to ariganal condition,Bambo.I am thinking of selling ...
A: Ron The South Bend Model #24 is 8 1/2 feet , 3 sections with 2 tips. The amounts I am giving you ...
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| Heddon #17 Restoration? | 5/12/2007 |
Q: I was wondering if there was any way to tell how much my Heddon #17 fly fishing rod is worth. Also, ...
A: Heidi, There are three Heddon models #17 in 4 lengths 7 1/2 , 8 , and 8 1/2 feet all were 3 ...
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| Horrocks-Ibbotson Bamboo Fly rod | 5/10/2007 |
Q: I found a rod case a while back that was my father-in-laws. He died in 89, and I never paid much ...
A: Kenny, The HI Beaverkill is not in my price book. I have seen good quality Hi go for just under ...
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| krider fishing rods | 5/8/2007 |
Q: i have a question about a bamboo fly rod. the bottom reads "john krider, maker, philadelphia." i ...
A: Eddie, You can read about John Krider at: ...
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| Horrocks Ibbotson | 5/8/2007 |
Q: I have a Horrocks Ibbotson mohawk 7' foot berkshire model 1425 in original case can you tell me ...
A: A description of the logo would help. Not the Indian but where the HI is. Pictures to ...
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| how to put line on a fly rod | 5/7/2007 |
Q: i have a new rod and reel and im curious how much backing line do i need to put on and how much fly ...
A: Dennis , If you got your rod in a kit with spool of backing , put all the backing on the reel , ...
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| Help to identify my dad's Heddon | 5/7/2007 |
Q: I have my dad's old fishing rod. It is in a silver metal tube approx: 36" long. on one end of the ...
A: Dave, Heddon made 4 ,# 10 models (bamboo fishing rods) from 1935 to 1955. All were fly rods ( ...
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| Herter's Bambo Fly rod | 4/30/2007 |
Q: Mr McGaughey, I have a 8' bamboo fly rod and possible matching spinning rod with canvas case and ...
A: Bob, I am a trout bamboo fly rod man myself so I can’t help you a lot. Here’s a book that you might ...
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| South Bend 24-9' | 4/29/2007 |
Q: I have a South Bend 24-9' fly rod that was either my grandfather's or great-grandfather's. It is in ...
A: Kyle, Sorry I do not know anyone in Detroit. Most restores do mail . I only charge $15 for shipping ...
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| Heddon #13 Thread Color | 4/27/2007 |
Q: Rich, I'm in the process of restoring for use my father's Heddon #13 (9' 3/2 2 3/4F GBG. What is ...
A: Jim The Heddon # 13 "Lucky Angler" made in 1930 was silk with either green with red tips or red with ...
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| bamboo rod | 4/25/2007 |
Q: I have a bamboo rod my father had left in his garage, he recently passed away. IT is a McGill ...
A: Yes, I know what is is worth , depends on the condition. According to Antique & Collectable Fishing ...
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| Orvis Reel 75B | 4/24/2007 |
Q: A friend of mine has a 75B (not 75A) Orvis Reel, new in the box. He would like to sell it but has no ...
A: Sorry I am a bamboo trout fly rod man. I have one book on reels, Antique & Collectable Fishing ...
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| 1951 Presentation bamboo rod Scotland | 4/21/2007 |
Q: I'm trying to find out some information on an approx 7', 6 sided split bamboo rod with the following ...
A: Wayne, Well the good news is you are writing to bamboo fishing rod guy but the bad news is I am a ...
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| Cane rods | 4/4/2007 |
Q: I have a Heddon Riptide 3 piece with two tips in excellent condition. Handwritten markings on butt- ...
A: Richard, Collectors however set the value for these types of things so I usually quote Antique & ...
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| fishing | 3/30/2007 |
Q: Iam just starting my fishing life and was given a clipper combo but Iam not sure of one item on it. ...
A: This is really outside of my are of expertise, bamboo trout fly rods but ... Here's what I learned ...
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| bamboo fly rod | 3/27/2007 |
Q: I got a bamboo fly rod that was my uncles and its in pretty good shape, but i dont know the make of ...
A: Yes but do all the ferrules fit each other ? Uncle may have hoped to make one or more useful rods ...
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| bamboo fly rod | 3/27/2007 |
Q: I got a bamboo fly rod that was my uncles and its in pretty good shape, but i dont know the make of ...
A: Derrick Originally sold by the thousands to GIs in a light long box with lures and huge flies . ...
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| value of fly rod | 3/26/2007 |
Q: Rich, A friend has found a fly rod used by her father. Rainbow 7 1/2 feet Horrocks 1BBOTSON CC ...
A: Ken, Horrocks-Ibbotson rods are looked down upon by the collecting community and often they are ...
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| 2 bamboo fly rods need a value estimate | 3/19/2007 |
Q: I have 2 bamboo rods. One is an "Orvis impregnated-equinox" rod that is 7 1/2 feet in length. The ...
A: Since I was quoted on eBay without permission I have been reluctant to give price vales on rods I ...
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| how to put line on a fly reel | 3/18/2007 |
Q: I have been trying to find a person that can give me step by step directions on how to put line on a ...
A: First decide left or right handed I am right and so I crank line back in clock wise. In theory left ...
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| help identifing fly rod | 2/15/2007 |
Q: I have an old bamboo 4 piece fly rod the only thing on them to help identify the value is V530 and ...
A: James, I afraid your description is insufficient to id the rod. I check my books and memory for V530 ...
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| old fly rod | 2/9/2007 |
Q: ,i have an old fly rod,,5 piece,,made of solid wood,not bamboo,,ten feet long when connected,,all ...
A: Ralph, I am a bamboo trout fly rod man but I know some guys . One in particular is Jeff “Gnome” ...
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| identify rod | 2/5/2007 |
Q: and doing it at such a timely manner. Here are the answers to you. There is no patent anywhere on ...
A: Anthony, I just sent you an email. I am still guessing this is the owners initials and it has been ...
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| 6 foot horrock Sarasota boat rod | 2/3/2007 |
Q: My father years ago gave me a 6 foot horrock boat rod. The Sarasota looked to be hand written and in ...
A: Ray, Sorry I don't know allot about boat rods, I am a fly rod man. I have made some wading staffs ...
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| identify rod | 2/1/2007 |
Q: I was given an bamboo fly rod and have been trying to identify it can you help? Here are the specs: ...
A: There is no rod manufacturers, in the big boys at least, named KW Deluxe. I reviewed my books for a ...
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| find out what weight line to use | 1/30/2007 |
Q: i was given a thirty year old daiwa rod from my great uncle. i want to use it but i dont know the ...
A: Darren, I am not sure this is even a bamboo fly rod. (Which is were the resale value of vintage rods ...
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| Horrocks-Ibbotson President flyrod | 1/27/2007 |
Q: Rich, I have one with the gold diamond label. The middle section is missing two ferules. Where can I ...
A: Jim, Yes, the rod is not valuable. My book says the president model is a fly rod but your ...
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| Heddon bamboo fly rod | 1/5/2007 |
Q: I recently acquired an 8 ft Heddon "Premier" fly rod #115 1-3/4-F-HDH or E. The rod is 3 piece with ...
A: My books (homel)says the Premier 115 is 8 1/2 but lists a 115 trout fly rod, both with extra tips. ...
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| What have I got | 1/5/2007 |
Q: Rich -I have a bamboo fly rod that belonged to my uncle just wanted to know how old it is and maybe ...
A: Dave The Roosevelt model was first made in the 30s by HI. In the forties and 50s it became the 2305 ...
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| Fly Rod with Mayflower logo | 12/22/2006 |
Q: I found a question you answered previously regarding a fly rod with a ship logo and the name May ...
A: Erik I would love to take a look at pictures of the Mayflower rod. Please send pics to ...
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| Bamboo rod | 12/12/2006 |
Q: I just inherited a south bend split bamboo fly rod. It is in it's original cloth case, it has rod ...
A: Steve Could you be more specific ? What is the length of the rod. Give me the exact label on the rod ...
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| bamboo | 12/8/2006 |
Q: I have an old bamboo combo interchangable casting, fly rod, with only a partial logo so I don't know ...
A: If it is like the other Post WWII , Japanese rods that I have seen , that come in a box with lures ...
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| Stevens "600" Rod? | 12/2/2006 |
Q: I just bought a bamboo fly rod, and I'm trying to identify the maker and to find out if it has any ...
A: Maybe if I saw the label I could help you more but I have never heard of a Stevens model 600. Both ...
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| old fishing rod | 12/2/2006 |
Q: have you any info on C. FARLOW.&Co. 191 STRAND.LONDON. (ROD MAKERS?)
A: The are the Orvis of the United Kingdom. They have been around since the 1800s and continue on ...
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| Heddon Bamboo Fly Rod | 11/30/2006 |
Q: I have a 3 pc Heddon Split Bamboo Fly Rod that was purchased in the mid to Late 40's. It was never ...
A: The Expert / 125 Model was first introduced in 48 or so. It is one of the better rods of a good ...
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| kiraku bamboo fly rod | 11/29/2006 |
Q: I have a kiraku 6 in 1 grampus 8 foot, three tip bamboo fresh water fly rod combination purchased in ...
A: 8 piece rods are interesting museum pieces but are harder than heck to cast, therefore they do not ...
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| Old Martin reel | 11/23/2006 |
Q: I have an old bamboo rod in really bad condition, but the reel is not that bad, I am trying to find ...
A: Hunter Not too much but then I am a bamboo rod guy. I know it is a martin cause my book says they ...
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| antique bamboo fly rods | 11/18/2006 |
Q: I have a gentleman who has 3 antique bamoo fly rods he is looking to sell. One is dated as being ...
A: Keith, No bamboo doesn't necessarily get brittle, but that doesn't mean they won't break. Allot ...
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| rods, reels & creels | 11/3/2006 |
Q: Recently I was at a garage sale looking for "girlie" stuff. Instead I found 3 bamboo rods, 2 reels ...
A: Okay lets start with the creels. I don't think anyone but restaurants (i.e. Black Eyed Pea for their ...
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| Kiraku split bamboo rods | 11/2/2006 |
Q: Recently one of my fathers dearest friends passed away and left his wife to clean out his valuables. ...
A: I could tell you about the 4 fly rods if they are trout bamboo rods with a complete description, ...
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| South Bend 323 | 10/16/2006 |
Q: I just bought at auction a South Bend 9 ft bamboo 323, with green silk looking wraps,all decals ...
A: You can fish it, put a tip top on the missing tip but . . . How long do you want it to last ? It ...
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| Bamboo Fly rRod | 10/14/2006 |
Q: I have a bamboo fly rod. there are 3 tips 1) there is a spinning tip 2) the other 2 are fly 3) the ...
A: I would need a whole lot more information to tell you anything concrete but the company ...
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| horrocks ibboston | 10/10/2006 |
Q: Sorry for my english spoken... I'm writing from France I found an old (non used = there is always ...
A: No, no websites that I am aware of. HI rods are shunned by collectors often with reason. They were ...
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| HI Tonkin Cane Fly Rod | 10/6/2006 |
Q: I have a fly rod that was my uncles. It is in a 4 piece cloth bag inside a metal tube. Part of the ...
A: Pam What you have is probably a Horrocks-Ibbotson rod. They were mass produced , rather heavy and ...
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| fly rod | 9/26/2006 |
Q: i have just acquired some old rods, don't know how old, but some look fairly aged. There is one in ...
A: Sorry I don’t think that F.W.Waterton or Waterton are rod makers of any renown. They may have been ...
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| Value of bamboo rod | 9/21/2006 |
Q: I have a garrison 7"6" bamboo rod. It has 2 upper sections, 1 wrapped in red, The other green. It ...
A: Without personally setting the condition of the rod (including if it has been restored) I don't give ...
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| Horrocks Ibbotson Registered Cane fly rods | 9/5/2006 |
Q: Rich, I have an old Horrocks Ibbotson bamboo fly rod but I can not find much info about this rod, I ...
A: Steve I would also guess that there is or was a Horrocks-Ibbotson label also on this rod. I can ...
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| 2 rods | 8/27/2006 |
Q: I have 2 rods that I inherited from my grandfather. The first is a Montegue Flash...the mid ...
A: I have fished a flash . If I remember correctly , I believe it is heavy and thick, very slow ...
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| unmarked 8 piece fly rod.... | 8/26/2006 |
Q: I have an 8 piece (over 8 feet) split bamboo fly rod that is in perfect condition, it is in an old ...
A: Joseph 8 piece rods are interesting musuem pieces but are harder than heck to cast, therefore they ...
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| segmented bamboo rod set | 8/22/2006 |
Q: I have inherited this rod set and have no idea of its age or origin, is told that it is english ...
A: Mick It's an interesting beautiful rod however "Best" is not in any of my books or memory. It looks ...
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| bamboo restore | 8/21/2006 |
Q: I am looking for tips on how to repair delamination on a bamboo fly rod. type of glue etc.
A: First of all , you need to strip the finish and rewrap as well as reapply finish after re-glueing as ...
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| orvis Bamboo impregnated Rods | 8/11/2006 |
Q: I have a 7 ft Orvis Bamboo rod (orvis impregnated ) two piece in mint shape There is no damage to ...
A: I have to assume that you have a bait casting rod not a fly rod. A casting rod has the reel seat ...
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| heddon # 35 Deluxe | 8/11/2006 |
Q: Rich I would like any info on a recently acquired bamboo rod. Heddon #35 Deluxe 8'6" 3x2 who what ...
A: Heddon company history: http://www.antiquefishinglures.com/heddonhistory.htm Heddon #35 Deluxe 8'6" ...
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| How Do you remove ferrules? | 8/5/2006 |
Q: hey Rich, i have a pretty understandable queston, it is this: How do you remove a ferrule on a ...
A: Good question Number one try pulling with hands only – don’t use pliers or tools . Id that doesn’t ...
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| Heddon fly rod with a ocean city fly reel | 7/30/2006 |
Q: hell i just purchased a Heddon fly rod i would like to find out when it was made and some idea what ...
A: I would need more specifics to be more accurate but here you go : Heddon made a fiber glass rod (you ...
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| Is this a good rod and what is its worth | 7/28/2006 |
Q: My grandfather left me a bamboo fly rod in its original case. the lable inside reads "Kiraku & Co, ...
A: Value depends on the beholder Do you mean sentimental or cash resale value ? If it is like the ...
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| May flower 5 piece split bamboo fly rod | 7/23/2006 |
Q: Rich - Hi my name is Chuck and recently when moving my mom out of her home after 40 years I came ...
A: Chuck You are about the third person to ask the question about the rod in the wooden box, at this ...
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| Bamboo Flyrod ID | 7/15/2006 |
Q: I have a 6 piece Bamboo Pack Or Poachers Fly Rod from the 1920's. The reelseat is the nickle silver ...
A: Really hard to say –Pictures might help but I haven’t seen that logo . Montague purchased Chubb ...
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| Orvis bamboo casting rods | 7/12/2006 |
Q: I have three Orvis impregnated five foot, two piece, casting rods which were given to my father when ...
A: Sorry about being late. My area of expertise is trout fly rods made of bamboo. Casting rods are not ...
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| restore a heddon fly rod | 7/9/2006 |
Q: I HAVE A #17 THREE PIECE FLY ROD THAT NEEDS SOME ATTENTION. CAN YOU RECOMMEND SOMEONE WHO IS GOOD AT ...
A: John , I assume it is a bamboo rod , right? I make and restore bamboo rods. Please email ...
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| Vintage fly rod | 7/5/2006 |
Q: I have a bamboo rod, Horrocks Ibbotson with "spinner" written next to the label. I am interested in ...
A: If you restore a rod depends if you want to fish it or sell it, mostly. If this rod was grandpa's or ...
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| How would I determine the value of my bamboo fly rod | 6/30/2006 |
Q: I was given a 1960 bamboo fly rod recently and wanted to know its value. It has never been used and ...
A: Originally sold by the thousands to GIs in a light long box with lures and huge flies . Mostly ...
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| Sportsman Bamboo Fly Rod | 6/29/2006 |
Q: I have found an octagonal shaped Sportsman bamboo 3 piece fly fishing rod in excellent condition. I ...
A: Yes I have seen Sportmans but apparently collectors have not. I have seen several and they were ...
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| Shakespeare Bamboo fishing Rod | 6/13/2006 |
Q: My boyfriend has a Shakespeare with the # A1362-9 on it and he was wondering its value? if you need ...
A: How do you know if it is Bamboo ? What is the shape of the rod - round - flat sides , how many ...
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| fishing with snakes! | 5/9/2006 |
Q: what can i do to protect myself fishing off the bank from snakes.Im a beginner fisherman but i have ...
A: Rick Sorry to say that question is a little bit away from bamboo fly rods but I suggest you ask ...
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| price of an old rod | 5/1/2006 |
Q: I have a Wright & McGill Trailmaster 6'9' model no.M6TMU (Eagle Claw "tailmaster model no.EXK-1) it ...
A: I don't have much for you on reels or lines , my main area of interest is bamboo fly rods. I am ...
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| Rod guides | 4/30/2006 |
Q: I fish northern pike with fireline braided line. After casting (baitcasting rod and real) for a day ...
A: Ward First thought is, ask the manufactures of fireline. Is the line defective ? Is there some ...
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| saltwater fishing rod | 4/7/2006 |
Q: Rich I own a nine foot two piece split tonkin cane saltwater rod called Montague cruiser like new ...
A: I can give you some ideas but not a real appraisal or date , without seeing the rod. I am in Denver ...
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| Re: value of Granger fishing rod | 2/27/2006 |
Q: I've had this fishing rod for about 15 years, & decided to do a little research on it before I sell ...
A: I am sorry but I don't give estimates or values on rods I can't see . I am in Denver. ...
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| Bamboo Rod Identification | 2/21/2006 |
Q: Do you have any info on a Bamboo rod called "Radio". Maker or date
A: Dick Sorry I have not heard of a bamboo rod called radio. That must be the label on the rod. Here's ...
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| bamboo restoration | 2/17/2006 |
Q: I aquired a Heddon #10 bamboo rod which I would like to refinish. What is the best technique to ...
A: John, Good Question- Don't use a water based stripper- make sure it is oil based. I have used the ...
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| Restoring a graphite rod | 10/18/2005 |
Q: I recently got an old graphite rod that I want to restore. I plan on replacing the reel seat, grip, ...
A: Justin You can clean the graphite with alcohol but be very careful when removing glue or other ...
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| Graphite rod building | 10/1/2005 |
Q: I live in Boca Raton FL. Can you suggest a local source for graphite rod components and possibly ...
A: Ivor I don't know about Boca Raton, but most fly shops offer classes in graphite rod building . Many ...
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| old banboo rods into short new ones | 9/26/2005 |
Q: Any books or vidoes on how to take an old bamboo rod 9 ft or 8 1/2 and using the top sections ...
A: Bob I am unaware of any books and videos specific to this subject. I have done it years ago but ...
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| bamboo trolling rods | 7/24/2005 |
Q: i WOULD LIKE TO MAKE BAMBOO DEEP SEA RODS. i HAVE A LOT OF BAMBOO. wHAT DO YOU THINK ABOUT BAMBOO ...
A: I am sure they made tuna rods with bamboo as I have remade them into wading staffs. I only work with ...
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| old rod | 6/21/2005 |
Q: any info about a heddon #155 rod. have had it for years. kids grown. want to fish. 7 ft two piece ...
A: Where are you located ? I am In Arvada near Denver , CO. email is macsrods@yahoo.com Heddons are ...
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| Bamboo restoration | 3/1/2005 |
Q: the rod is a windsor, probably made by montague for spiegal or montgomery wards. the original ...
A: Dana, I would check to see if the ferrules work. That is will they hold together firmly. If so I ...
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| Bamboo restoration | 3/1/2005 |
Q: I am going to attempt to restore a bamboo rod. I believe the ferrules need to be replaced, they are ...
A: Dana You can use less expensive ferrules but I wouldn't recommend it. I suppose if the rod is an ...
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| VALUE OF GREENHEART | 2/16/2005 |
Q: COULD YOU GIVE ME A ROUGH VALUE OF THIS FISHING ROD IT BELONGED TO MY GREAT GRANDFATHER AND IS ...
A: Yes - here's the rough answer. The Greenheart is worth allot to a collector. To be more specific I ...
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| mounting reel seat | 1/9/2005 |
Q: i just bought a pac bay woven graphite reel seat and none of the books i have cover mounting this ...
A: Jay Putting a reel seat on is a logic step by step process. I always glue the caps or threads on ...
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| bamboo rod restoration | 11/11/2004 |
Q: I have a Wright& McGill Victory I broke the stripping guide & am looking for an original replacement ...
A: Try Eagle Claw http://www.eagleclaw.com/ or Wright & McGill http://www.wright-mcgill.com/ or Ricks ...
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| bamboo rod/ new graphite | 10/27/2004 |
Q: Rich, I own a 1968 Orvis 4 wht, 8', 2 piece bamboo rod. It was grandads. I inherited it. It has ...
A: Dave The value of the Orvis is difficult to say. I don't give estimates unless I see the rod. I am ...
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| Rod Restoration | 8/6/2004 |
Q: I have an old shakespeare rod from the fifties that I bought as a project/learning rod. It only has ...
A: Robin Sounds like a great project for a beginner. That's how I started but it was a slighly cheeper ...
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| Antique bamboo fly rod | 7/3/2004 |
Q: I am trying to find the history and value of an antique bamboo fly rod that I recently aquired. The ...
A: I have not heard of the model 'little Gem' I believe it to be a little known or 'amateur rod maker ...
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| bamboo fly rod | 6/1/2004 |
Q: I have obtained two bamboo rods which I intend to restore..one a Southbend 59-9' (which I know a ...
A: Since you are going to restore them I recommend you research the builders so that you are ...
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| GRaphite rod blanks | 3/7/2004 |
Q: I am a very avid angler as is my father, and I am also well studied in chemistry but I have a ...
A: intermediate modulus (fibers ) it relates to graphite and fiberglass rods Read about what little I ...
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