Heddon Premier Bamboo Fly Rod Specs & History - Expert Insights

QuestionJoe, I have a Heddon Premier with #115 - 8 - 1 1/2F - H & H or F written on the rod.  Could you please tell me about these numbers and letters

Bass Fishing in Clear & Murky Water: Expert Tips for Onshore Success

QuestionI was wondering what kind of baits & lures are good for bass in clear water? How should I use them? How should I use baits in murky water? What c

Understanding Gliebe 840 Fishing Rods: History & Details

Questioni recently recd a gliebe 840 pole w/reel can you tell me about it? AnswerHi Ann, The Gliebe company was a sporting goods company in Brooklyn, NY.

Identifying a Vintage Fishing Rod: Help with Cork Handle & Reel Seat

Questionmy friend has this rod, 3/2 bamboo  9ft, red reel seat. the cork handle has a spot cut out for your thumb. the only thing else is it came in a

Fall Fishing Tactics for North Jersey Ponds: Bass & Sunfish

Questionokay, there is this fairly small pond in my friends backyard. now that it is fall, im not catching alot of fish. the pond has a small and shallow i

Beginner's Guide to Bank Fishing for Bass: Tips & Budget Tackle

QuestionI am fishing a small city lake near my home (10 acres im guessing ) and cant seem to catch any bass. I am somewhat new and have little tackle or ex

Heddon #115 Premier Bamboo Rod Value & History - Sears Exclusive

Question Heddon rod I have a Heddon #115 Premier 7 1/2 ft 1/2 f bamboo rod 2 tips.  This rod has never been used (still has the plastic wrap around th

Identifying and Restoring a Vintage Heddon Pal Pro Fiberglass Rod

Question Heddon Hello; I came across a Heddon Pal Pro Weight #6225 -5 1/2 rod at a garage sale:  Its in kind of rough shape, missing ferrules and some

Finding a Vintage Koonans Spinning Rod (1900s)

QuestionMy father has asked me to locate a spinning rod from the 1907s made by a company called called Koonans. I am not sure on the spelling.  He sai

Shakespeare Marvel No. 1357 Bamboo Fly Rod: History, Value & Specs

QuestionHi, I have a Shakespeare Marvel No. 1357 Fly Rod, I was wondering what year it was made, the weight and the value? The rod is in brand new conditio

Identifying & Valuing Vintage James Heddon & Sons Bamboo Fishing Rods

QuestionMy dad recently gave me a pole that is beautiful and I am interested to see what you know about it.  It is in very good condition; it almost l

Identifying Your Vintage Fenwick Fishing Rod (Built 1985)

Question poleoo3.jpg Can you tell me anything about the builder of this rod? I cant make out the signature. It was built 9/1/85. AnswerDave, Fenwick rods

Muskie Fishing on the Kentucky River: Fall Tactics & Techniques

Questionwhat is the best way to fish for muskie at dams in ky river im fishing off the wall AnswerHi Jason, I sure dont know much about that particular l

Authenticity & Value of Vintage Montgomery Wards Bamboo Fishing Rod

QuestionHi my name is Eric. I was curious if my brother got a good deal on this antique bamboo rod. He bought it for $30 bucks.Its a 8 foot 3 piece bamboo

Value of Vintage Martin Automatic Fishing Reel (1892)

QuestionI have a Martin Automatic Fishing Reel Size No. 3 in the box with the instruction manual. It was manufactured in Mohawk, NY and marked July 26, 189

Identifying Vintage True Temper Fishing Rods: 8800 Pinnicle

Question rod When my grandfather passed, we found 2 True Temper rods in his attic. The only markings on them are 8800 inside a fish symbol and the word Pin

Horrocks-Ibbotson Conqueror Spinning Rod - Description & Details

QuestionI do not have a camera or skill to send a picture, but will try to give you a good description. A cane rod ,two pc. logo on rod is oblong gold circ

Valuing Vintage Penn King Neptune Rod & Reel (Model 329/77)

QuestionHi there, I have an old Penn King Neptune Rod No. 329 and Reel No. 77 with the original price tag, in very good condition, how can I find out what

Vintage Fenwick FS50 Fishing Rod: Appraisal & Insurance Options

QuestionI have just recvd a vintage looking Fenwick rod. I am looking to either sell it or insure it for my collection. Item Description: Fenwick FS50 5

Fly Rod & Reel Valuation: Get an Estimate for Your Collection

QuestionQUESTION: Hi Joe,     I seek your help in identifying the value of three fly rods and two reels.  Here goes: 1. Fenwick H