Identifying the Age of a Winchester 6150 Split Bamboo Fly Rod

QuestionI inherited a Winchester 6150 split bamboo fly rod from my late father.  Since the model number is low, my guess is that it may have been buil

Horrocks-Ibbotson Beaverkill Fly Rod Review: Worth the Investment?

QuestionIm interested in buying my fly-fishing-crazy husband a bamboo rod, and have found a Horrocks-Ibbotson Beaverkill for $200.  Am I wasting my mo

American Handle & Hoe Rod & Pflueger Reel - Identification & Value

Question Rod & Reel Hey Joe, Another question on American Handle&Hoe Company fishing rods. I recently bought one at an estate auction. The reel is a P

Value of Vintage Heddon Fishing Rods: Mark X & Hoosier Queen - Appraisal & Info

QuestionMy dad left me some old fishing rods reels & tackle. One of the rods is brand new and has never been used. I would guess it is 60s or 70s. It is pr

Valuation & Collectibility: 1978 Hardy Richard Walker Farnborough Fly Rod

QuestionI have a nine foot graphite (carbon fibre) Hardy Richard Walker Farnborough 7/8 weight rod in excellent condition.I found out after I bought it tha

Bass Fishing for Beginners: Line & Lure Tips for Lake Hartwell

QuestionHi, I am 17 years old and I have just joined the bass fishing team at my highschool.  My first question is what type of line I should use for

Identifying & Valuing Vintage Kingfisher Fishing Rods - History & Details

QuestionJoe, My brothers and I just found an old fishing pole in the rafters of our deceased dads basement. Would you tell us about it? No one seems to kno

Pflueger Sal-Trout Fly Reel (1935) Value & Condition

QuestionI have a Pflueger Sal-Trout Fly Fishing Reel No 1555. I know that this particular model was produced in 1935 but I do not know the value of it. It

Identifying & Valuing Vintage Winchester Fly Rods - Expert Assistance

QuestionMy husband, an avid fly fisherman, inherited a 2-rod set from my Father (one is a fly rod and one is a spinning rod).  He says these rods have

Understanding Gear Ratios in Saltwater Reels: Which Offers the Fastest Retrieve?

QuestionI have been Salt Water fishing since I was a kid and I am comfortable with what I have for gear BUT a friend of mine and his wife started fishing l

Orvis Bamboo Rod 2807: History, Production & Details

Questioni have no. 2807 3 piece orvis bamboo rod ina grey cloth sleeve and aluminum tube. Do you know when it was made and by whom. thanks AnswerPat, I ha

Fly Rod Repair: Restoring Fiberglass & Replacing Guides - Expert Advice

QuestionCan you give me some simple remedies to restore this fly rod (cork and the fiberglass).  I also need to replace the eye on the bottom section,

1924 Bronson Fleetwing No. 2475 Value & History

QuestionI have a 1924 Bronson Fleetwing No. 2475 with a CORK on the middle, I understand that only a hundred were made Does it have any special value? An

Pack Baits for Carp Fishing: Definition & Usage

QuestionQUESTION: What are pack baits it is not a term I am aware of in fishing for carp in the u.k but I have seen it used on some usa sites packbait on

Value of Jim Grandt Custom Fiberglass Fishing Rod - 1970s

QuestionI have an old fiberglass rod that is a Jim Grandt Custom.  It is charcoal grey with burgundy wraps.  It was a family members and Im wonde

Identifying the Age of a Horrocks-Ibbotson Cascade Rod (Model 251-12)

QuestionHello Rich, My father has a cascade with both tips in excellent condition. There is no decal but there is a manufacturer number 251-12 we were wond

Heddon Expert Bamboo Flyrod (11' 5-Weight) - Value & Appraisal

QuestionI have a heddon bamboo flyrod its called heddon expert. Number 115. With extra tip. Still has plastic wrap on grip. It has never been used. It has

Michigan Brown Trout Fishing: Tips, Lures & Regulations

QuestionI was wondering if you have any Brown Trout fishing tips, what lures to use, how deep should I look for them, etc. I know some guys are catching th

Identifying Vintage Japanese Bamboo Fly & Baitcasting Rod Kit

Questionlooking for info on a combination fly/baitcasting bamboo rod. it  has a reversible handle and originally had seven pieces markings has a red b

Antique Bristol Metal Fly Rod: Identification & Value

QuestionHello, My husband has an antique Bristol 6 sided metal fly rod, it is about 10 feet long and very strong and nicely made. It is in 4 sections and h