Bamboo Fly Rod Restoration: Is It Worth It?

Question Fly rod   I have a bamboo fly fishing pole that needs restoration and I am not sure if it would be worth it to restore.  Please see atta

Shakespeare Wonderod Rods: Understanding Patent Numbers and Size Variations

QuestionIn reference to Jacobs letter, I wrote an answer to him because I have just recently come across a Shakespeare Wonderod, Pat. no. 2260204. It is a

Winston Fly Rod Appraisal: Value & Condition Assessment

Question Rod  Rod 2   I just inherited a two fly rods from a rich uncle.  I have no idea what they are worth, although, one of them being a

Identifying a Vintage Bamboo Fishing Rod - Union Hardware Co.

QuestionWhen my uncle died I found a very old pole that appears to be bamboo.  Its a heavy duty pole.  Looks to be for deep sea fishing.  It

Identifying & Valuing Vintage American Fork & Hoe Steel Fishing Pole

Question fishing pole  fishing pole   I have a steel pole made by the American fork and hoe company in Geneva, Ohio. It has no numbers on it anyw

Value & History of Vintage Powell Spinning Rods

QuestionI have a 66 Powell spinning rod (fiberglass I assume) I have had this rod since around 1980 with the Walton Powell name on it.  It has never b

Identifying Vintage Square Steel Fishing Rods (1900-1940s)

Questionhave  found a  square steel rod  just want to see how  old it is AnswerPaul, Steel rods were the low cost alternative to bam

Are Worms in Bass Safe to Eat? A Fisherman's Perspective

QuestionHello. I am from Belleville, Ontario and a huge fan of fishing. When I was younger my dad and I used to fish up at Elliot lake. We would catch lake

Casting Reel Repair & Pond Fishing Tips

Question reel /caster   I have a casting reel that I am unsure IF I can and HOW I can repair. Line broke while I was reeling it in, and it got pulled

Kingfisher Bamboo Fly Rod Value: Appraisal & Information

QuestionQUESTION: Hi Rich, I would like to know the value of my fly rod.         #3907 Jackson bamboo rod, 9 ft.,

Vintage Shakespeare Reels & Rods - Bakelite Handles, Excellent Condition

QuestionI have two handles, and two chromed rods. Both handles are Bakelite, one is blue with white trim, the other is green with white trim. Both handles

Shakespeare WondOrod Oval Fly Rod (1955) - Value & Details

QuestionI have a Green with gold wraps WondOrod Oval double banner label. Also it says no. 1430 FFG. I have the cloth case along with the metal carrying ca

Vintage Hardy Bamboo Fly Rod - Serial E52273 - British Registered

QuestionHi Mac I have a 3 piece, 9 0  long rod of bamboo construction with a spare tip section. The reel seat, at the butt end, is inscribed with the

Crappie Fishing Tips for Lake Seminole - November 2nd

QuestionMr. Gaither: I have read several of your postings on fishing Lake Seminole crappie and they have been a great help in general. I will be visiting t

Retrofitting a Fly Rod with a Spey-Style Grip for Arthritis

QuestionHowdy Rich, I have agreed to try to install a spey-style lower grip on an existing 9 foot 5 weight rod to help a friend with bad arthritis in her h

Southbend Fly Rod & Reel Identification & Line Weight - Expert Advice

QuestionI have an older fly rod marked Southbend Deluxe 3135 8 1/2 ft. Question is what line wt. was this rod designed for? Also is it a glass rod? Also ha

Ted Williams Rod & Reel Appraisal: Value & Authenticity

QuestionMy father-in-law has come into possession of a Ted Williams Casting Rod, circa 1950-1960 along with a Ted Williams Closed Reel, #235.  He has

Valuing a Vintage Wright & McGill Fly Rod (8ft, 3-Piece)

Question 3 Piece rod   I have a wright & mcgill water seal that is 8ft long three pieces. It had 12 1938 on the real seat as well as pat no. 2,114,107

Montague 2510 Fly Rod: Identification & Value - True Temper

Question Model number  Rod   I have a Montague 2510 by true temper and cannot find any information on it. It is in excellent condition except 1 c

Bamboo Rod Restoration Services & Resources - Kansas City, MO

QuestionIm located in Kansas City, MO.  Do you know of a good bamboo rod restorer in my area? AnswerCliff, No I dont know of a restorer in your area.