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QUESTION: i have inheirted my dads 3 piece w/extra tip fly fishing rod.  it is an air flex standard split bamboo rod in a cloth bag in a cardboard tube with a leather like covering.  the model # is s-5641-2  with a small ring just above the cork handle, what can you tell me about it & value the eyes are in great shape and there is no loose threads,,,the finish is great and shows no wear sorry i could not send pics at this time i have no camera

ANSWER: David
How do you know the model number ? on rod or Sock ?
You can only use the sock or case information can only confirm what is on the rod.
Is it flat or round sided ?
Never heard of the model Air Flex and I have heard a few thousand.
Nor is it in any of my books:
Antique & Collectible  Fishing Rods: Identification & Value Guide Homel, Dan. 1997 (2nd edition 2000) add about 30% for age of book
Bamboo Rod Restoration Handbook by Michael Sinclair
Classic & Antique Fly-Fishing Tackle: A Guide for Collectors & Anglers by A.J. Campbell

So that says it isn't collectable or very valuable.
Go forth and fish it ,
That's what it was made for.
Enjoy
Tight lines,
Luck,
Mac

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QUESTION: model # is on the storage tube.  the rod has 6 flat sides.  the tube is missing the metal screw on cap do you know where i get one?


         thank you

Answer
tube lid- sorry no
but if want to try again send info from rod only

I don't have enough information to help you.

If you want to try again, as I say on the web site where you asked this question:

If you are asking for the id or value  of an old rod please give a complete description send pictures especially labels or logos to me, [email protected] and a complete description including any of following that you can:
Is it? fly or casting rod ? Reel seat is below or above the cork handle ?
Check metal for id and patents ? What is it made of; bamboo ( flat sided) fiberglass or graphite ( round)? Weight in oz? What is the diameter  (not circumference) of the rod above the handle? Where and when was it purchased ? What type of metal nickel-silver, tin, or chrome platted brass? A complete description of any logos or labels. Do the sections fit together ?
Length of rod per section and number of sections. Total rod length.

*example of a thorough description of a label:
The Shakespeare decal is olive green ovals with gold foil banner bearing the word 揝hakespeare?in script. The remainder of the of the lettering is block style reading on  top Honor Built and on the bottom of oval , Made in USA.  The writing is away from the grip.

Luck,
Mac
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