steel rod with reel built into rod

Question
my question what is it worth at least 1950 belong to my dad there is a serial number a88293   thanks

John

Answer
Hi John,

I've seen a couple of different versions of the all-in-one type rods.  There isn't a big collector following that I'm aware of, but they are interesting rods.  It may be earlier than the 1950s, perhaps as early as the 1930s.  In decent condition I would guess it would be valued in the $30-$50 range.

It is probably worth more to you as something you got from your dad.

Thanks,  Joe