Question
Reel seat H-I
Hello Rich.
I have a Horrocks-Ibbotson bamboo rod 7', 2 pieces. Both pieces have the same length.
I send you some pics of the reel seat, the label in the cloth bag and the label on the blank to your email on Yahoo
I don't want know the price of this rod, i only want to know the model and the age of this rod.
Can you help me?
Best regards
AnswerPedro,
According to IMG_0029.jpg, the label and Bamboo Rod Restoration Handbook by Michael Sinclair , your rod was made from 1929-1933. I doubt if anyone can pin it down further.
The model name should be in script near the label.
I am assuming it is not there, because you asked. I don't have pictures of the area opposite the label.
Another book with prices and info :
Antique %26 Collectible Fishing Rods: Identification %26 Value Guide Homel, Dan. 1997 (2nd edition 2000) add about 30% for age of book.
Two piece models were Princess ,Queen, King and Pocono. I am pretty sure it is not Pocono because it was not made in the 30s , but it was 7' and no extra tip.
What is the length of the cork grip ?
Princess is 5 1/2
Queen is 6 1/2
King is 7 inches.
Thread colors
Rod Name Main Color Trim #1
Princess Blue #17 White #2
Queen Green #24 White #2
King Red #10 White #2
I don't rely on thread color , because I have found allot of variations from Sinclair.
Also I might also guess your rod has been refinished , erasing the model name and adding new, not original thread colors.
Let me know what you think.
I quote these books written by researchers so you know I am not making it all up, But I include my experience as well.
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Mac
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