Value est.

Question
Looking for est. of value of bamboo rod, etc.  Heddon, #6, 5 1/2', 4 wt.(?),Alum. case, Cloth bag (olive),cork handle dirty and somewhat worn, 2-pc rod seems to be in very good shape. Reel seat about 6" from butt end. Short cork pc above reel seat area.
Original alum. case, with cap. Label:"Heddon "Tempered" bamboo, split,-not sawed. A genuine Dowagiac."
Patent #1624052.

Answer
Jim,
It's very unclear weather you have a casting or fly rod.
Fly rods have the reel seat below the handle .
You can send pictures to [email protected].
The only #6 in my memory or the books is a casting rod .

For example:
Antique & Collectable Fishing Rods: Identification & Value Guide Homel, Dan. 1997 (2nd edition 2000# add about 30% for age of book

Homel gives the Heddon #6 baitcasting rod 4 1/2 ft: #handleltip) c.1932, a value of   $25, 65 and $115 for poor, good, excellent condition respectively.

If I am off base , lets try again.

Luck,
Mac

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