Identifying Vintage True Temper Fishing Rods & Reels - Geneva, OH

Question true temper rod I purchased 2 old rods & reels at a garage sale. Id like some info on them. The rods are both 55 long, are steel and have cork han

Identifying a Fly Rod: Help with J. McCormack Model

Questionjust wondering if you may be able to assist in identifying a fly rod. 2 piece cork handle,copper colour bit where the reel goes on deep greenish ol

Identifying Vintage Goodwin Granger & Co. Bamboo Fishing Rods

QuestionI have a 6 bamboo rod that connect in two pieces with an extra tip.  The only identifying marks I can find are Goodwin Granger & Co.  and

South Bend #47 Bicycle Value & Year (1935-1950)

QuestionI have a South Bend #47. Can you please tell me the year it was made and how much it is worth in excellent condition? AnswerHi Lou, A South Bend

Pflueger Fishing Reels: Information on the 'Trump' Trademark Model

Question PFLUGER trying to find out about pflueger baitcasting reel TRUMPTRADEMARK 1943 WITH AnswerDoug, Pflueger (pronounced flew-ger), was one of the

Beginner's Guide to Pond Fishing in Central North Carolina

QuestionHi Expert! I recently moved to a neighborhood in central North Carolina with a small pond. Ive seen people fly fishing, so i know at least there i

Orvis Graphite Fly Rod Valuation & Information - 8ft, 1 7/8 oz

QuestionMy father would like me to sell this for him, but I dont have any idea what it is worth. Here is what I know. He bought it in the 70s and at that t

Identifying and Restoring a Sports King Model 30 Fly Rod

QuestionI have obtained a sport king bamboo fly rod still in the sock it was sold in.it has two tips and one is roughly two inches shorter than the other.

Horrocks-Ibbotson No. 181 Dolphin Saltwater Reel: Value & Information

Question Horrocks Ibotson No. 1 I have a reel that looks new, or near new.  The reel has the H-I logo.  The box describes it as: DOLPHIN SALT WA

Finding a Mid-Section for a Vintage Divine Bamboo Fishing Rod

QuestionRich, I am trying to find a mid sections for a divine 9 6 rod. Can you help me? Walt AnswerWalt, I doubt you are going to find one without buying

Gliebe 620 & Frostco Bamboo Rod Value & Information

QuestionJoe I have two guestions, I have a gliebe 620 I dont think its ever seen the water fiberglass still has stickers on it that have logo and genuine h

Value of Vintage Montague Fly Rod: Estimate & Factors

QuestionWhat do you think is the estimated value of a 62 year old Montegue split bamboo flyrod in good condition? AnswerHi Art, It depends on the model a

Shakespeare Silver Creek 1360 Fly Rod: Assessment & Line Weight Guide

QuestionI have an old nine foot, 3 piece, 2 tip Shakespeare Silver Creek rod, Model 1360, in fairly good condition.  Original tube, no sock.  Cor

Antique Montagua Fly Rod Valuation: Estimate & Details

QuestionHi Rich, I have 2 antique Montagua fly rods that I would like to get an approx worth of. I have no idea how old they are or their weight. What I ca

Southbend Fly Rod & Reel Value: 59-9' & Open-O-Matic #1130

QuestionI am interested in the value of a Southbend bamboo fly pole and reel. The pole has markings that say  59-9 and says Southbend Famous in Fishin

Lee Wulff Fly Reel (1968) - Identification & Value

QuestionI have a salmon or salt water fly reel given to me, it was from Norm Thompson outfitters in about 1968. Its never been used and came in a special c

Vintage Fly Fishing Rod & Reel Identification - Royal Stamp & Patent #s

QuestionQUESTION: I have my grandfathers rod and reel purchased in the 30s...a gift from my grandmother for my grandfather....an avid fisherman.  the

South Bend Fly Fishing Reels: Manufacturing & Age - Expert Answer

QuestionHello Robert, I just bought from ebay 2 south bend fly fishing reel. - south bend finalist 1122 - south bend gladding 1122 I would like to know:

Identifying & Dating Vintage Fly Rods: A Guide

QuestionA friend of mine has an old bamboo fly rod in excellent condition.  The brand appears to be the South Bend Bait Co., Rod #47 9, on the rod sha

Wright & McGill Granger Double Duty Rod - Identification & Features

QuestionHi, I saw a question earlier on this rod.  I too have a Wright and McGill Granger Double Duty of this vintage.  My rod doesnt say Eagle