1900 bamboo poles

Question
Hi Rich,
 I recently came accross 2 complete bamboo (segmented)fly fishing poles that my grandfather gave to my father.  After checking them out, I saw a partial emblem on 1 of them that I could read -Ibbotson co, Utica NY ( the words before this are worn off- but it appears to be a redish triangle) ....The other pole has a patent stamped on it April 7 07....Both are very old, in great shape and in original holders ( 1 has the original fabric casing covering also).  Any idea what I have and a approx. value?  I could send photos if that would help...Thanks

Answer
Matt,
Your rod was made by Horrocks-Ibbotson in Utica , N.Y., it is not very valuable.
They are looked down upon by the collecting community and often they are justified. They were sort of mass produced , rather heavy and very slow. They are not going to resale for very much.
A small portion of these rods are decent fishing tools . It is the collector community that decides the prices , please  don't blame the messenger.

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 (2nd edition 2000) ,add 30% due to the age of the book.
Bamboo Rod Restoration Handbook -Michael Sinclair
Sinclair says a red diamond not triangle was used, you can probably find this book at your local library and date your rod with the label.

History
H-I
http://mysite.verizon.net/vze2h7gi/fishnbanjossliceoflifeincyberspacecopy/id22.h

Patents rarely help me id a rod maker. Your rod was most likely made in the 50s not 1900.

The resale value of a bamboo fly rod is dependent on maker, length and condition.Your rod  is probably not in good condition, if the label is partial.

Luck,
Mac

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