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feeds@yuku.com (DrLogik) — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 00:07:18 GMT

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We've lost our direction...

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Lang's

feeds@yuku.com (Horton Creek) — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 21:18:22 GMT
I put in several "low ball bids" and to my surprise I won the 8'6" Orvis 3/2. $200! Well $251 after premium and shipping, still a good deal as I had been looking for over a year for an inexpensive 3/2 impregnated rod I can use in the salt. Now I have one. Anyone else acquire what they thought to be a good deal?
HC

Alternate Auction Site(s)

feeds@yuku.com (aquabonito) — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 12:24:09 GMT
I'd like to expand my bidding horizon beyond the unmentionable. I'd appreciate suggestions and comments.

Brandin email

feeds@yuku.com (SergioGe) — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 04:38:40 GMT
I tried of to contact Mr. Brandin using the email address I found in his website - per2@comcast.net- for to have news about my rod but the server sent to me a message because the action is failed - bad email address. Do you know if he changed his email address? Thanks, Sergio

New Gnomish Rodworks Fly Rod!

feeds@yuku.com (pcg) — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 20:56:01 GMT
This beauty by Jeff Hatton arrived at my home about a week ago. I thought a few pictures might be appropriate. This is a 7' 2/2 rod based on an Edwards taper. The cane is heavily flamed, with custom form case and hand-made leather scabbard.

Note the gorgeous mortised grip. I realized after casting it over a couple days that the rod is far more sensitive than I'm used to--my working theory is that cork acts as an insulator. Without that cushion one can unexpectedly...

Darryl Whitehead

feeds@yuku.com (JimP) — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 18:52:40 GMT
I have seen a number of rods recently with engraved metal parts including a couple of Mike Clarks, but I usually think about Darryl Whitehead. Forget the engraving, can anyone tell me something about Darryl Whitehead rods themselves? Tapers, actions, quality come to mind. How do they perform when fishing? Would his rods be as well known if they were not engraved (I know not all are)?
Thanks for any information or thoughts.

JimP

Original Jim Paynes

feeds@yuku.com (ARTHURK) — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 23:10:51 GMT

Hi All,

I have asked many dealers and some wise forum members regarding identifying original (not refinished) Jim Paynes and have received very few convincing answers. Can I identify them based on the characteristics below and how do I search for the 'tell-tale' signs? Many Thanks!

1) Payne varnish scent... burnt orange rinds? Is this applicable to all?
2) Payne brushed finish... is this like that of a Kagerow rod ie, I can see the bumps of the bamboo grain...

Cork handles - two questions

feeds@yuku.com (Eperous) — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 19:13:14 GMT

I have two questions regarding cork handles on cane rods - and probably any fly rod for that matter.

(1) What causes ridging, where the handle develops high and low spots? It is use/longevity, water, chemicals/sweat from one's hands, any combination thereof, or something else altogether?

(2) How should one care for cork handles? And how do you keep them clean, and prevent ridging?

Thanks, and sorry if this question has been asked before.

Ed

Battenkill ferrule sizes

feeds@yuku.com (Eperous) — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 20:53:28 GMT
I was wondering how does one determine a Battenkill ferrule size? It's not marked anywhere on the rod or tube as far as I can determine. Thus I'm guessing one would utilize a micrometer to measure the diameter of the male ferrule? And most Battenkills for sale on the Internet do not post this fact. My interest lies in pursuing an 8 foot 5 weight Battenkill. From another post on this board,

"The 8-foot, 12/64-ferrule, 4 1/8-oz Battenkill...

Fly lines and old cane

feeds@yuku.com (Eperous) — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 08:39:36 GMT

I realize that the best way to determine the correct line for a rod is to cast a line using the rod. However, as I browse the Internet searching for bamboo I seem to encounter quite a few sellers - and some dealers of used tackle - that lay claim to a particular rod works best with, let's a say a "5" weight when the rod itself states a 6 or 7, under the old system of letters. So I was wondering for old bamboo, fifty years or older, how accurate the old line rating system...

Saracione reel match for 7'6" 4wt - 8' 5wt

feeds@yuku.com (FlyfisherX) — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:10:03 GMT
Hi everyone,

I am contemplating to add a Saracione Mark IV reel for my bamboo rod. I have seen some conflicting information with respect to reel size. Would you pick the 3" or 3 1/4" size for a 7'6" 4wt to a 8' 5 wt. I would like to have capacity for a DT 5 wt with some backing. I have been leaning towards the 3 1/4" size for less line memory, but I am a bit concerned about weight.

Thanks for your thoughts.

Andreas

gene edwards 7ft.3/2

feeds@yuku.com (stlhdr1st) — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 23:41:30 GMT
just picked up a rebuilt gene edwards 7ft 3pc.with spare tip!have not as yet seen rod,however through all my various books and paperwork have not seen a 7ft 3pc.made by gene only a 2pc.!is this an oddity,or was this a standard? your input appreciated.

Help me ID this old R.L Winston Bamboo Rod ... PLEASE!

feeds@yuku.com (monkflyfishing) — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 21:18:35 GMT

I recently aquired an old Winton Bamboo rod. There are 2 pieces: 1) A 16 in. completely wooden real seat/butt (not cork) AND 2) a single 60 in. bamboo piece. The long bamboo piece has a ferrule on the end and it fits very nicely into the wooden real seat. I spoke with a man who restores bamboo rods and he told me it sounded like a pre WWII salmon boat rod. ? Does anyone have any information about this rod? I have spent hours looking. Please help. I will send pictures if you send me...

another question for the forum historians - definitively answered by Randyflycaster

feeds@yuku.com (Seabowisha Salmo T) — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 20:35:42 GMT
the thread on tiny reels brings up the question: when did the first sinking or floating "fly fishing line" (as we today describe it) become avaiable? many of the "tiny" reels have marked on them 40 yards, 80 yards, 120 yards, which is the amount of cotton or linen fishing line which they could hold.

i surmise a companion question would be: when did the first "fly line reel" appear?

many thanks, jim w

Sewell Dunton? ID if possible

feeds@yuku.com (leadwingcoachman) — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 17:38:03 GMT

retrotrout wrote in a previous thread:
In the early 70's a line of rods appeared in the Orvis catalogs, particularly the Christmas ones, where rods made by Sewell Dunton, labled "Anglers Choice" were sold for less than $100.00. There were two-piece rods in 7' and 7 1/2' and 8' as I remember. Sewell Dunton made rods in Massachusetts, perhaps it was in Springfield, but my memory is fading. They were only...

Rod or reel?

feeds@yuku.com (ibookje) — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 16:13:16 GMT
Seems there are folks who prefer getting a nice rod over a nice reel. Or the other way around.

Me: I think a rod gives me more joy in terms of casting, cosmetics, fishing pleasure. I've got a bunch of reels which will be perfectly match with the rods I own and a few that is on order.

What's your preference?

Strange rod

feeds@yuku.com (sharps4590) — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 11:17:04 GMT
I just returned from my gunsmiths and while I was there he showed me a bamboo rod like nothing I'd ever seen before. If I have the name correct it was an "EBITSU" (?). He was pretty sure it was post war Japanese and I'm very inclined to agree. It was a 3 pice, three tip and it appeared they came as a package as the box had places for all 5 pieces. One of the tips was huge! It was in a wooden box. The wraps looked ok, the ferrules looked chromed and not of very high...

What would you rather have???

feeds@yuku.com (bdcanefly) — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 20:07:42 GMT
Since it is becoming cold for some of you fellas, I thought I start a few questions on collecting and such.

Now I only collect "old" rods and to be honest there are only a few rods I really like.
It is not a because the rods are bad, it is my casting style. I like a certain "feel", many know what I mean.
I have not found a new rod that has that "feel".

Now I have been lucky to cast many classic rods and modern rods built to classic...

Your Favorite Granger 8642

feeds@yuku.com (canetuck) — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 18:56:09 GMT

Still pretty new to cane rods,held a Granger in my hands for the first time last week.I'm hooked I've wanted to buy up every one I've seen lately,but sadly that isn't possible.I acquired a lovely W&M Favorite from tedgolden.I was wondering are the tapers all the same across the 8642?I'm sure the W&M tapers are different from the originals. What's your pick of the 8642s?

Collecting Bamboo Fly Rods

We've lost our direction..

We've lost our direction...

Lang's

Alternate Auction Site(s)

Brandin email

New Gnomish Rodworks Fly Rod!

Darryl Whitehead

Original Jim Paynes

Cork handles - two questions

Battenkill ferrule sizes

Fly lines and old cane

Saracione reel match for 7'6" 4wt - 8' 5wt

gene edwards 7ft.3/2

Help me ID this old R.L Winston Bamboo Rod ... PLEASE!

another question for the forum historians - definitively answered by Randyflycaster

Sewell Dunton? ID if possible

Rod or reel?

Strange rod

What would you rather have???

Your Favorite Granger 8642