Identifying Vintage Fly Fishing Gear: True Temper & Precision Martin Reels

QuestionHi, I acquired my grandfathers vintage fly rod. It says True Temper and has R05 inside a fish logo.  The reel says Precision Martin 63.  

Identifying and Valuing Vintage Ted Sykes Bamboo Fishing Reels

Question Rod1  Rod2   Hello, I am in need of some help identifying a bamboo reel. Its about 75 in 3 pieces. It has a cork handle. Above the handl

Restoring & Valuing Goodwin Granger Champion Fly Rods - Expert Advice

QuestionI recently acquired this rod and it is need of restoration. Can you refer a source? Is it worth more restored or in original condition? Thank you f

HI Admiral Deluxe #15 Fly Rod & Pflueger Summit Reel Value

QuestionI recently inherited a HI Admiral Deluxe #15 -9ft, 3pc. fly rod  Registered #31 ; with a Pfleuger summit reel #1294 in primo condition. Since

Identifying a Goodwin Grainger Fly Rod: Seeking Information & Details

Question Rod 1  Rod 2   Hello, I picked up this fly rod from a pawn shop in south Florida.   After doing some searching online I came

St. Croix Pacemaker 900 Fly Rod Information & Reel Identification

Question My vintage rod and ree   To whom this concerns, I resently was give a fly rod combo that I can not seem to find any information on? I am not

Value of Shakespeare & Arjon Fly Fishing Rods - Appraisal Advice

QuestionI have a Shakesphere Split BamBoo Fly Rod #13087    its 81/2 ft. also I have A Black Gnat Arjon# 28 do you know what the value of

How Often to Replace Fishing Line: A Guide for UK Coarse Fishing

QuestionHello. I live in England UK. Could you give new some idea of how long reel line will last before it needs changing. I typically only go fishing abo

Repairing a Broken Bamboo Fishing Rod: A Restoration Guide

QuestionI have my grandfathers old Horrocks Ibbotson Peconic bamboo rod.  The top section brook in half, into 2 separate pieces, splintery.  &nbs

Devine Fly Rod Value & History - R3982 9ft Rainbow Trout Rod

Question devine rod  Devine rod   I have a Devine rod #R3982 9ft. 6oz. Rainbow trout rod. It is in very good condition. With cloth case and alumi

Powell DF-96-2 Fly Rod Value: Appraisal & Information

QuestionHi, I have inherited a Powell DF-96-2 fly rod.  near new condition, in round case with brown fabric-covered brass with screw on cap.  Can

Heddon Black Beauty Fly Rod - Rare Vintage Details & Condition Inquiry

QuestionHi Joe... I was reading your reply to Anthony back in 2008 in regards to his Heddon Fly Rod.... I have the same rod with the exact markings with o

Choosing the Right Rod & Reel for Lighter Bait Casting

QuestionI am a bait caster man.. what ratio reel would you recommend and length, and flex of rod. to throw lighter baits.. say a plastic worm without a sin

Best Fish for Shakespeare Catch More Fish Trout Combo (6'6" Light Power)

QuestionI received a Shakespeare Catch More Fish Trout Spinning Combo as a gift, it has light power and is 66 in length. I am fairly new to fishing and Im

Deer Point Lake Bass Fishing Guides & Information - Panama City

QuestionMy family will be vacationing in Panama City during the first week of May. I am an avid bass fisherman (not so much saltwater) and would love to fi

Restoring a Vintage Shakespeare A1308-T Fishing Rod: Repair & Refinishing

Question Bag  Threads   In your reply to Jeremiah of 8/12/2015. Ihave the same pole. But as you will see it needs work 1. Is there a place one ma

Sears Roebuck Rod & Reel #779 414223: Age & Value

QuestionHello,  I have a sears roebuck rod and reel number 779 414223 can you tell me how old it is and what its value is please?? Thank You, Katrin

Vintage Cross 241 Bamboo Fishing Rod: History, Value & Repair

QuestionI have a vintage Cross 241 bamboo rod, about 75. Can you tell me anything about it , use? Also it is missing end tip, use anything? reel is Missing

Vintage Phillipson Baitcasting Rod - Value & Appraisal

QuestionI have a vintage rod my father passed down to me.  He told me it was a custom Phillipson.  Has original sales receipt which says 7 Bait C

Troubleshooting Line Tangles on Spinning Reels - Ugly Stick

QuestionI bought a new uglystick rod and reel combo and no matter how I cast it the near the spool unwinds and creates backlash. I know this is common on b