Mohawk Rainbow H-I Fly Rod 1408

Question
I bought this rod back in about 1962.
I am now getting into retirement and plan on fly fishing again.
My web research indicates this is a fiberglass rod. But I remember this as being a graphite material? It is in good condition, except the paint is starting flake off.

To the point, is it graphite and what do you feel it is worth?

Answer
Hi Bob,

This one is definitely a fiberglass rod.  The first graphite rod was introduced by Fenwick in 1973.  I'm sure there were various experimental rods earlier, but nothing marketed to my knowledge.

One way to halt the flaking paint would be to rub a thin coat of clear urethane on the rod.  You can cover the rod and thread wraps all in one or two coats to protect the finish.  Use something like the water based "Wipe-On" urethane made by Min-Wax...it is easy to use and cleans up with water.

The rod is probably a 6wt or 7wt and doesn't really have a lot of collector value.  Maybe $20-$40 depending on actual condition.

Thanks,  Joe