HI bamboo fly rod

Question
Rich,

I was given an antique HI bamboo fly rod and was wondering what the approx. value might be.  It is approx 8.5 ft in length assembled.  It is in 3 equal length sections of approx. 34.5 in. each.  On the base of the rod it is stamped "Horrocks Ibbotson, Utica NY, Makers of Fishing Tackle" and on the other side is script writing "Featherweight".  The varnish, ferrules, and bamboo are in excellent condition.  The silk thread wraps are red in color.  It was given to me by my mother and I was just wondering what the value might be.

Thanks for your help,

Brian

Answer
Brian,
Horrocks-Ibbotson 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.
I find 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
Featherweight is not mentioned in Homel. Sinclair mentions it as first made in the 30s , cost $16.50 with the most expensive $30 , least  $1.75 , so middle to upper middle quality.
Probably under $50
Good Luck
RM