Finding a Milwards Fly Rod: Resources & Where to Buy

QuestionWhere can I buy or find a Milwards bamboo fly rod to match a Milwards flycraft junior reel? Ive had no luck surfing the web AnswerPaul, I see one

Bamboo Fly Rods & Fly Tying Materials: Appraisal & Resources

QuestionHi Joe, I took several bamboo fly rods to Antiques Roadshow this last weekend.  As they will only appraise (2) items, they suggested a private

Great Lakes 1560XL Reel: History, Function & Value

QuestionThe number on the rod is 1560XL initials FDK. The reel is enclosed spinning rod with the line coming out  through the reel and evidently held

Identifying Your Goodwin Granger Fly Rod: A Vintage Analysis

Question I have a fiberglass Goodwin Granger fly rod thats 66 long. It appears to be all original. The eyes are fastened with a composite material. Its not

Shakespeare Howald Wonderod Fly Rod - Value & eBay Pricing Guide

QuestionHello! Thanks for taking the time to read and hopefully answer my questions! Its greatly appreciated, :) So, I have 2 rods Ill be selling on eBay,

Valuing & Selling Vintage His Hightest Bamboo Fly Rods (1900-1930)

QuestionI have a His Hightest Bamboo Flyrod my grandfather gave me - probably early 1900-1930.  It is numbered #599.  It is a 3 piece rod with an

Identifying a Vintage Owens Corning Fiberglass Gliebe Pole - History & Value

QuestionI recently acquired a Gliebe pole with the following information on it: 830, Brooklyn 21 NY Owens Corning Fiberglass. Can you tell me anything abou

Finding a Replacement Splice for Your Fly Fishing Rod

QuestionI purchased a Abu Garcia SVR XX1 Salomon fly 14 feet rod about 15 years ago. Unfortunately this year after moving house i have mislaid the middle s

Great Lakes Whirlaway Fishing Rod and Reel - Value & History

QuestionI have a unit made by great lakes products of Detroit MI.rod&reel are all one pice.seen it years ago as a kid has to be old Im 66.  just wonde

Identifying Your Vintage Fenwick Fiberglass Fly Rod: Feralite Information

QuestionJoe, I have an old Fenwick Fly Rod that was handed down to me.  It was originally my late fathers.  I have a few questions about it, but

Antique Fly Rod Appraisal: Value & Identification

Question I inherited a fly rod from my dad who was born in 1892. Description follows:    The rod comes in a cloth case, is 5 short sectio

Shimano Spinning Reels with Instant Anti-Reverse & Trigger Line Pickup

QuestionHi..Do you know if Shimano or any spinning reel maker offered or offers a reel with instant anti-reverse, ie. SuperstopperII,and trigger line picku

Antique Jack Frost Fishing Rod Appraisal & Value

QuestionHi I was wondering if you can tell me the value of two antique fishing poles for me. They are two Jack Frost 9 foot Bamboo fly rods with extra tips

Smallmouth Bass Fishing: Lure Color & Technique Tips

Questioni like river smallmouth fishin and i was wondering what color of plastic lizard to use and how to fish it. Answer smallmouth worm Caleb, in a way

How to Repaint a Fiberglass Fly Rod: A Step-by-Step Guide

Questioni would like to repaint a fiberglass flyrod after removing guides what is the best way AnswerHi Casey, You can lightly sand the blank if needed.

Black River/Horrocks-Ibbotson Tonkin Cane Rod Value & Appraisal

QuestionI have 2 Black River Genuine Tonkin Cane Rods, one is a casting rod and one is a fly rod.  Both are in very good condition, some wear on the c

Understanding Bass Strikes: Why Mouth-Closed Attacks Occur

QuestionWhy do the Bass hit a bait with their mouth closed.  Should a fisherman change the color of the lure, or is the Bass just trying to kill the o

Vintage Winchester Pole & Shakespeare Reel - Age & Value

QuestionCAN YOU TELL ME HOW OLD THIS POLE AND REEL ARE. THE POLE AS WINCHESTER TRADE MARK MADE IN USA #6009. THE REEL # SERVIGE 13042 SHAKESPEARE. LOOKS LI

Identifying Vintage Willie Green Fishing Rods: History & Value

Questiona friend of mine just gave me a willie green rod #55-682-58 custom built in 66,could you give me any info on this builder.it came with a zebco 202

Identifying & Valuing Vintage Harry Hobson Fishing Rods - Expert Advice

QuestionQUESTION: I have an old rod made by Harry Hobson of Lyons, Oregon. Is it valuable and was Harry Hobson a known person who made rods. Thank you,