Identifying Your Heddon Fiberglass Fishing Rod: A Detailed Guide

QuestionPurchased this on ebay recently. I checked the Heddon fiberglass rod wikki and couldnt match up the rod # on the rod with any of the rod numbers on

Displaying a Fly Fishing Rod: Creative Wall Solutions

QuestionMy husband was handed down his grandfathers fly fishing rod and would like to display it in our rec. room... Any tips on where i could find a case

Best Rod & Reel for Large Carp (20-30+ lbs) - Expert Advice

QuestionWhats the best rod and rell for carp fishing with the carp being 20-30 lbs or more. Thanks AnswerDear Pam, Carp angling can be fun with any gear,

Heddon Expert #125 Value & Details: A Collector's Guide

QuestionDear Joe, I have a Heddon Expert # 125-8-1 3/4-F-HDH or E in perfect condition.It looks as if its never been used.It has more wear from being stor

Vintage Fly Rod Appraisal: Value & Identification - Shinbashi Tosaku & Fenwick

QuestionI am hoping that you may be able to help me please. I have inherited 2 fly rods and need to know the value for insurance purpose. 1. Hexagonal bamb

Vintage Browning Silaflex Fishing Rods - Excellent Condition

QuestionI have four of these rods that I purchased back in the middle to late 60s. Two are casting that are in excellent condition, two handles and the har

Fixing a Broken Fishing Line on a Kids' Closed-Face Spinning Reel

QuestionI am trying to fix my sons kiddie pole; it is the standard closed-face spinning reel. The line snapped and he reeled in the line...I took it apart

Mastering Fish Finder Use: Targeting Bass with Structure

QuestionHey Ken, I just recently started using a Hummingbird fishfinder and Im a bit confused. When I go out on the lake I can see structure and fish just

Value & Information on Vintage HI Fly Rod - Horrocks-Ibbotson

Question label Mac, I understand you are the expert on vintage rods and wanted to know if you would give me an idea of what Ive got... and how little it is

Orchard Industries Model 1686 Fly Rod Value & Details - Expert Insights

QuestionI was wondering what my grand-fathers brand new orchard industries model 1686 glas rod 86 in length. AnswerTim, Most of the orchard industry rods

Value & History of Wright McGill Daisy SS Fiberglass Rod

Question Hi , I bought this fiberglass rod just as a joke because Id never seen a square rod before. Now I wonder to its value ???( I bought it for 2 dolla

Quantum Energy Baitcast Reel Maintenance: Gear Cover Removal & Care

QuestionI have a 2008 model Quantum Energy pt baitcast reel and can not figure out how to get the cover on the gear side off. I have owned a few other bran

Maintaining Your Onboard Battery Chargers: Best Practices & Longevity

QuestionI have a three bank DUAL PRO CHARGER PROFESSIONAL on board connected to my three trolling motor batteries and a XPS i5 charger for my cranking batt

Finding Information on Vintage Fishing Reels: Kiraku & ORCA Fishing Reels

Questioni have a 1942 fly fishing reel..i need the home office of kiraku and co,inc. thanks AnswerLeslie, I am not familiar with this reel company or if

South Bend Rod & Reel Value: Model 640 & 1133 Finalist

QuestionI have a South bend bamboo fly rod and reel that belonged to my father. The rod is a model 640, the reel is 1133 finalist. What can you tell me abo

Understanding Water Clarity: A Guide for Maine Fishermen

QuestionHi,   I live in Southern Maine and I have always wondered how you determine the water clarity? I know muddy would be like the Ohio river

Winchester Fly Rod 6037 - Detailed Condition Report & Photos

QuestionQUESTION: Mac....here are the photos of my 6037.  All guides are all present - looks to be about 7/8 rewraps.  All sections match and are

TrueTemper 8' Carboloy Fly Rod (1395A): Specs & Line Weight

QuestionQUESTION: Can you provide any information on a TrueTemper 8 Fly rod, 1395A.  labeled genuine carboloy. I recent found one at a flea market in

Identifying a Vintage Divine Fly Rod: Is it a Valuable Find?

QuestionDear Mac: I think I have a vintage FRED DIVINE - BAMBOO FLY ROD here.  Why?    Because it was in a DIVINE FLY ROD cloth SACK ?

Valuing Vintage Spey Rods: Identification & Appraisal

QuestionHi Joe, I have a spey rod that I believe to be made of ash. It has four sections (two tips) and a kill stick. The word Cheltenham is on a small me