Nippon BC-251

Question
I was just given a Nippon BC-251 Fly rod in it original box. The rod and box are in mint condition. I am a fly fishermen and would like to use the rod if it is not considered a collectable. Can you tell me more about this rod and should I be using it or looking for a collector to take care of it?

Thank You

Answer
Eric,
Originally sold by the thousands to GIs in a light long box with lures and huge flies . Mostly considered trinkets by collectors but memorial to GIs , they have little resale or fishing value. I have never seen any written history on them in English except the following. http://www.maxrod.net/article/
There is  a book  on Goggle books, with a little history  and a  limited preview: Bamboo In Japan by Nancy Moore Bess
Fish it !
Luck,
Mac

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