Identifying and Valuing Vintage Grizzly Fenwick Fishing Rods

Question 20150714_174610-1  20150714_175326-1   Hello, I have a Grizzly Fenwick Rod that Im very curious about but I cant find any information on

Authentic Shakespeare 1362 Fly Rod - History & Value

QuestionI read Joe Douglas excellent description and value of my split bamboo 1362 fly rod, article dated in 2007. Mine has both tips and clothe bag. It al

Identifying Your Vintage Heddon Fly Rod: Specs & History

QuestionI was hoping you might help me identify a fly rod that I have received from my Father in-law. What I do know is that it is a Heddon # 8-92 1/2 F -

Identifying & Valuing Antique Abbey & Imbrie Fly Rods

QuestionRobert: I have seen an old question on this site regarding an Abbey & Imbrie fly rod so decided to ask about a similar rod that I have. The differ

Montague Mt. Tom Bamboo Fly Rod Value & Age Estimation

QuestionI have a Montague Mt.Tom 9 bamboo, 3 piece (each 3) fly rod with chrome plated brass seat, cork above the seat. I was lucky enough to find this rod

Identifying & Valuing Vintage Shakespeare Bamboo Fishing Rods

Question Logo  Model number?   Hello Mr.McGaughey I have just purchased a shakespeare bamboo rod. I have tried to do my own research but unfortu

Heddon #13 Bamboo Fly Rod Value & History - 1954 Antique

QuestionHello and thanks for taking your time! I have a Haddon bamboo fly rod # 13 9-2F,2tips. it is slightly used and everything looks tight going to use

Find Vintage Fishing Reel Parts: Lawrence 280 Monospool Hub Nut

QuestionI have a Lawrence 280 Monospool trolling reel missing the left side hub nut/cap.(opposite side from handle) This nut/cap is also the adjustment for

Lake Seminole Crappie Fishing: Hotspots, Tips & Best Times

QuestionJack where are some crappie hotspots on Lake Seminole? Jigs or minnows , best time - months, water temp etc. we fish Lake Seminole a lot but its ar

Crappie & Bass Fishing at Lake Seminole: Updated Tips for 2016

QuestionQUESTION: Dear Jack, I read your very informative answer on crappie fishing Lake Seminole posted back in 2011. I am staying in Lake Seminole State

Fish Identification Help: Identifying Fish in Pelham Bay Park, NY

QuestionUnknown Fish1   Unknown Fish2   QUESTION: I have attached 2 pictures which were taken in NY in an area called Pelham Bay Park on 9/27/15

Value of Vintage Bomber & Wooden Fishing Lures - Expert Insights

QuestionThank you for any feedback you can give me on any old bomber lures and I also have two wooden lures and I know wood can be worth some money. just k

Antique Bamboo Rod Identification & Valuation - Expert Assistance

Question Handle   Hello, I have several bamboo rods that I am trying to identify and value.   The first rod has black and red markings, with MC

Fishing Line Degradation: How Long Does Line Last & When to Replace?

QuestionI have a lot of old unused monofilament fishing line on store bought spools, some years old. Does stored fishing line loose its quality over time?

Identifying Vintage Ph Pflueger Reel & Rod - Expert Analysis

QuestionI recently came across an outfit. The rod is metal and about 6 long with a wooden handle and has FAIRVIEW stamped on the seat. The reel is a baitca

Identifying & Repairing Vintage Fiberglass Fishing Rod (Orchard Industries)

QuestionGreetings, I have an old fiberglass rod that detaches from reel seat handle by turning a knurled knob.  The information on reel seat says.....

Lake Seminole Fishing: Exploring the Fish Pond Drain Area for Crappie & Bass

QuestionDear Jack, we have corresponded before about fishing Lake Seminole on my trip ther January 20,21,22 . You mentioned getting to get her to mark my m

Vintage Butterworth Beach Beauty Fishing Rod - Value & Information

QuestionHi  how are you? I have an approximately 11-12ft  Len Butterworth pastime fishing rod also labeled Beach Beuaty that is still in the red

Angler's Choice Split Bamboo Rod Value & Identification

QuestionQUESTION: Rich, I have an anglers Choice split-bamboo rod No. 253 that is in mint/unused condition. Can you give me some idea of its value? Thanks,

Identifying Fishing Rods: Help with 'Style-Cast' Model 8T65

Question Rod Full Length  Base Removed   Rich, I bought a rod and reel at a garage sale for $5. The reel was easy to identify as Shakespeare, but