Phillipson Powr Pkt 9 1/2' Bamboo Flyrod Value & Condition

QuestionI inherited a Phillipson Powr Pkt 9 1/2 HCH Bamboo flyrod when my father passed.  It is in excellent condition, it has four pieces all togethe

Fenwick Class 4 Reel Value & Appraisal - Expert Advice

Question Reel   My father left me a Fenwick Class 4 WF6F S.A. 200 yds 20lb backing reel.  Case included.  This reel has never been used. &nb

Montague Fly Rod Tip Compatibility & Value

QuestionI have found a Montague 9fly rod,with an extra tip that makes it 8 1/2.  I know Montague rods arent very valuable but......the ferrule of the

Antique Bamboo Fly Rod Identification & Value - Expert Insights

Question six piece rod  case it came in   My father has an antique bamboo fly rod that belonged to his grandpap. He is curious to find out who th

Identifying Vintage Norcro Fishing Rod & Cane Fly Rod - New Zealand

QuestionQUESTION: hi  i have boat rod with the words norcro fishing tackle on the sticker  alsowhere the reel goes is   RS3  the r

Fly Rod Identification & Appraisal - Expert Evaluation

QuestionHi, I ran across some of your posts on a Google search. If you are still doing reviews \ valuations I would appreciate it if you would take a look

Where to Buy Tackle Featured in In-Fisherman Article by Marc Wisiewski

QuestionEverything you wrote about makes great sense!  We would like to know where we could purchased some of the tackle you wrote about.  The tu

D.R. Lewis Fly Rod Information - Salt Lake City, UT

QuestionI purchased this 9 split bamboo fly rod and was wondering if you can tell me anything about it? D.R.Lewis is rubber stamped on one flat and salt la

Vintage Fishing Rods & Lures: Appraisal & Selling Tips

QuestionUpon moving into my house i found three tackle boxes full of some store bought lures and harnesses lots of supplies for making them amd some nice h

Tru-Temper Rod & Brunson Reel Value - Fishing Gear Appraisal

QuestionI have a Tru-Temper,Uni-Spin 66, 7, two piece rod, with a Bronson reel, 66A.  Unusual in that the release button for the reel is located on to

Vintage 1938 Wright Mcgill Granger Special Fly Rod - Value & Identification

QuestionI was given an 86 W&M Granger Special fly rod by my father. The rod belonged to his grandfather. I have been checking the internet for possible val

Empire Tackle Company Fly Rod Kits: Value & Bamboo Quality

QuestionI have 2 Empire Tackle CO fly rod Kits No. 3 and 4 that assembled or partially assembled. These rods need work. Do you think these rods are worth i

Identifying and Assessing a 1917 Divine Rainbow Fly Rod

Question rainbowrod  antique rod   Hello, I have a antique fly rod unmarked could this one be a divine rod by chance and also a divine rod rainbo

Antique Bristol Steel Fishing Rods: Value & History

Questionmy dad left me two old bristol metel fishing rod they are in great shame.all the eyes are stil on them.they have wood handles in front of the rwwl

Valuing Your Ted Sykes Bamboo Fly Rod: Identification & Estimated Worth

QuestionI have a Ted Sykes Preferred 6 sided bamboo fly rod. It is over 8 long with 3 pieces. The medal seems to be nickel crome. The reel mounts at the bo

Identifying and Valuing Vintage Heddon Deluxe Pal Spook #1 Fishing Rod

QuestionI got this rod at a yard sale in a big lot of fishing gear.  I have spent a lot of time looking this up with no luck.  The only thing i f

True Temper Rod #3034799 Reel Compatibility & History

Question rod   Got a true temper rod pat # 3034799 fiberglass. Was there a specific reel made for this rod believe rod is from 1956 or 1957. Sent pic

Orchard Industries Rod Identification & History - Vintage Fishing Rods

QuestionQUESTION: im trying to date my rod.I have a orchard industries action rod early plastic brown and white color handle with pat. number 1920966 if th

Identifying & Valuing Vintage Steel Fishing Rods: A Guide

QuestionHi Joe. I have inherited two steel fishing rods. one with red glass eyelets and the other is called game getter and has 3 metal eyelets. Any info o

Antique Fishing Rod Refurbishment: Options & Expert Advice

Question Rod Brand Lable  Flat Metal Rod Grip   I would like to have my antique rod refurbished for my son.  It was my first rod given to me