ORCA Fishing Reels: Reel Orientation & Origin Information

Questionhello do you know if this reel is for left hand or right hand , and whereis it from usa japan? regards jan from sweden. AnswerJan I am going to r

Identifying a Vintage Kingfisher Fiberglass Fishing Rod (1950s?)

QuestionWe recently acquired an old Kingfisher fishing rod. We are assuming the year is in the 1950s, as the reel attached to it was a 1956 Shakespeare Tru

Vintage Jim Deran Bamboo Fly Rod Appraisal & Details

QuestionIn 1956 my dad received a Jim Deran Special 8 4.5 oz by USLAN Inc.The rod was purchased from Orvis Co. in Manchester,VT. The reel seat is below the

Valuing Your Vintage Horrocks-Ibbotson Fly Rod: Identification & Appraisal

QuestionI recently acquired an old fly rod. The label says Genuine Tonkin Cane, as well as H-I, and Horrck Ibbotson, Utica, NY., made in USA. Its a 6 piec

Hardy Smuggler Fly Rod: Value & Details - Expert Analysis

QuestionHello Joe, I am curious about information and possible value on a Hardy fly rod.  I have not been able to find this exact listing on the inter

Barometric Pressure and Fishing: What Affects Fish Activity?

Questiondo fish bite better when the barometric pressure is falling or on the rise? AnswerDrew, First I must make a couple of assumptions.  One is th

JC Higgins Model 47C Reel: History, Value & Where to Find One

Questioncan you give me any info on jc higgins model 47c reel it is in good shape. AnswerMike JC Higgins (Sears) didnt make reels, but purchased them fro

Identifying & Restoring Vintage L&C Bamboo Fly Rods (Similar to Heddon Peerless)

QuestionRich, I came into an L&C rod that Im told is the virtual equivalent of a Heddon Peerless rod. Its seen better days, but if worthwhile, Id try to ha

Shakespeare Level Wind Reel FC No. 1870 Value & Condition

QuestionWant to know the value of a Shakespeare Level Wind, Model FC, No. 1870 Spin Wondereel AnswerBen this was a lower cost, high volume fishing reel.

Valuable Vintage Split Bamboo Fly Rod - Appraisal & Display

QuestionI have a split bamboo rod made by my great-uncle, Calvin Holmes (Berkely, CA), signed for my grandfather, Ovid Holmes, probably just post WWII. &nb

Identifying & Restoring Vintage Fly Rods - Joseph Barr Custom

QuestionI would like to identify maker and model of my grandfathers two bamboo or cane fly rods, and if it is determined to be worth it, restore them for u

Value & Price of Hardy Split Bamboo Fly Rod (11' 6")

Questioni have a hardy split bamboo fly rod in cavas pouch with 4 piecies sterling silver real seat ? # on butt cap e61705 it has 3 paper tags attached to

Vintage Super-Lex Modele Depose Fishing Reel: History, Value & Usage

QuestionHi Marc. I am a follower of your expert comments and indepth explanations about fishing. Wondering if you could help me out here. I intend to buy

Fenwick Feralite Rod Identification & Value - Is G96473 a Serial Number?

Questioni have my fathers FS70 7  5oz feralite 2 pc rod also on the feralite decal is...G96473 is this a serial # that indicates when this rod was man

Identifying and Valuing Vintage UTK Bamboo Fly Rods

Question Fly rod I have a 3 piece 9 foot bamboo fly rod (with a 2nd extra tip piece). inscribed on the metal handle is an elogated diamond (horizontal)with

Identifying and Selling a Vintage Haddon Pole - Lyon & Coulson

Question heddon pole I have a pole signed Heddon and has the #10 on it.It is flat sided and has 5 sections.The thread is a dark maroon color.It is 8 1/2.Th

Best Canal Fishing Baits & Techniques in Bethlehem, PA - Catch More Fish!

QuestionHI, me and my friends are always going fishing in the canal. We catch a descent amount of fish but compared to how many are in there we should be c

Fixing Stuck Moving Parts in a Vintage Wright & McGill Trailmaster Combo Rod

QuestionI bought this rod that can be converted from casting to fly rod by removing some moving parts on the rod. The problem is that the moving parts dont

Late Fall & Winter Bass Fishing in Virginia: Expert Tips

QuestionHi, my name is Caleb. I have been fishing a small lake that has produced big bass in the past, but i cant seem to hook up with a trophy . It is a d

Troubleshooting Compac 3000 Level Wind Trolling Reel (1975)

QuestionI have a Compac 3000 level wind trolling reel I purchased in 1975.  It has worked perfectly up until a week ago when the level-wind ceased to