Identifying Vintage Fly Rods: Goodwin Granger GA7030 Analysis

Question1st Fly Rod =   This rod is thought to be a Goodwin Granger GA7030 from what I can find on the      Internet, b

Valuation & Tips: Blue Robin & Austrian Fly Rod Collection

QuestionSir, I have a Blue Robin fly rod and  a surf rod, with original line, hooks and flys in the orginial package.  With the wooden box. 5 Ti

EF Payne Rod Value: Assessing the Worth of a Vintage Fishing Rod

QuestionDear Mac - We found an EF Payne 3 pc , 8.5 ft ,  4 5/8oz.   model #250 in my dads basement, in highland mills, ny.. and appears to h

Bamboo Fly Rod Valuation & Repair - Expert Advice

Questionwhat is the value of this bamboo 9ft fly rod? union hardware co. Torrington,Conn. USA 3pc extra tip 9ft. AnswerForgive me Linda. It seems many fol

Whirlaway 75 Rod & Reel Features: Understanding Line Control & Adjustments

QuestionI have a Great Lakes model Whirlaway 75 rod and reel. It is in working condition, It has a round reel completely enclosed, with the line coming out

Identifying & Valuing Vintage ARMAX Split Bamboo Fishing Rod - Model 7321

QuestionI have an ARMAX Made in the USA Split Bamboo Rod serial #7321 in a Barney and Berry Canvas Case with Brass Guides. Pat Feb 1, 1921. There are 3 pi

Identifying Mohawk Live Fiber Model 2619 Fly Rod - Information Request

Questioni have two of these rods in perfect condition labels intact,the rod has a tennessee handle with a fixed extruded plastic fly rod seat with metal ho

Identifying Vintage Bamboo Fishing Rod - Expert Analysis

QuestionHi, I have an old rod I inherited from my Dad who may have gotten it from my great uncle. It is a 3 piece, 9 cane rod with an extra tip. There are

Lake Seminole Largemouth Bass Fishing: Spots, Tactics & Lures (Florida Side)

QuestionI am new to fishing Lake Seminole and not used to fishing such large lakes. I am restricted to the Florida half of the lake and was just wondering

Winchester 6670 Fly Rod: Information & Value

Question fly rod   I ended up with this Winchester 6670 fly rod from an estate sell that I was going to put on ebay, didnt have a clue what it was wor

Value & History of Sila-Flex Fly Rod (Model F80-3, 1956)

Questionhello rich i have what is a sila-flex rod that was my grandfathers. avid fisherman in n.m. it is a 8ft 3inch 3 piece pole with the fishing seahorse

History of Zebco Reels: Finding Information & Resources

QuestionWas wondering if you knew of any books on old Zebco reels? AnswerRick Great history, originally the Zero Hour Bomb company. After WWII, they need

Bristol Built Fly Rod: Identifying & Valuing E.W. Edwards FB12-9'

QuestionHello I have just purchased a split cane fly rod from a person in England. The rod is marked Bristol Built   Edwards Bristol  FB12-9

Best Shore Fishing Spots in Milwaukee Harbor: Tips & Tube Tactics

QuestionMarc, I was reading your article that was In-Fisherman(an old issue). Where would you suggest fishing the harbor from shore, where should I park, a

Identifying a Vintage Southbend Fly Rod - Expert Opinion

QuestionRod hardware   Label   QUESTION: Hello I just purchased a rod at a yard sale in Phoenix that is labelled 55 on a canvas label on the cor

Using 25lb Monofilament on a Detroit Reel: Compatibility & Considerations

QuestionI have nylon line on this reel can I use 25 pound plastic. AnswerJames The old reel spools were designed for braided nylon (or even braided silk)

Best Smallmouth Bass Fishing Spots in [State] - June

QuestionI am trying to set up a bass fishing trip for my two sons, grandson and myself to your state in June 2013. We will be fishing from a small powered

Identify Fishing Reel Handle: Model R2F-55A/SWS

QuestionI found this reel while out fishing its almost new but the handle is missing but I cant find a brand name all it has on it is READT2FISH MODEL NUMB

Antique Abbey Imbrie Fly Rod - 1880s Era - Condition Assessment

Question Logo and patent  Example of wrapping   I went to an antique store today and came across this rod...looks like it was made in 1880s based

Best Spinning Rod & Reel Setup for Abu Garcia Vendetta 6'6"

Questionhey , i have a question about a setup for my Abu garcia Vendetta Rod66. im looking at abu garcia saros FA, Shimano Saros FA Series or quantum Smoke