HL Leonard Tournament Rod [1930's] - need help determining which model?

feeds@yuku.com (uintaangler) — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 17:45:22 GMT

Here's what I do know:
There is a white label stuck onto the tube that says:
"Model Tournament
8' 3 piece 2 tips 5/6 wt
Rod from 1930's"
The rod was refinished by master rod-builder John Bradford.
I originally thought it was a Model 50DF - but it has been suggested to me that it may actually be the much rarer 4099 - because of the way the cane is fitted to the ferrules and the Black Tipping on the wraps.
Here are some...

H.L. Leornard

feeds@yuku.com (Joe) — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 20:34:55 GMT

"firecrest forshaus liverpool" flyrod

feeds@yuku.com (fivermillions) — Sun, 20 Jul 2008 18:29:05 GMT

Any information on this maker...12 foot, 3 piece flyrod...asking for a 3rd party

current value of a Hardy Marvel?

feeds@yuku.com (maruoff) — Sun, 20 Jul 2008 11:38:28 GMT

whats the current going market value for an early 1960ies excellent condition Hardy Marvel incl. bag and one tip?

Did I have purchased a Payne 206?

feeds@yuku.com (danielnadal) — Sat, 19 Jul 2008 14:18:38 GMT

I have won this Payne rod in eBay:

http://cgi.ebay.com/Vintage-1930s-Jim-Payne-9-Split-Bamboo-3-Piece-Fly-Rod_W0QQitemZ330251155227QQihZ014QQcategoryZ23819QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

With the Fishbanjo´s site info it seems to be a model 206 since this rod weights 5 1/4 oz. What do you think?
Anybody who owns this same rod can maybe give me his opinion about this model?
Any help will be apreciated.

New in Tube -- ORVIS Special

feeds@yuku.com (ed) — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 19:23:10 GMT

I have a couple of Orvis Specials. I will show one here... As I mentioned it is a - Style - Special, made Oct. 14, 1960, new in tube Serial # 28576, Weight 4 1/2 oz, Length 8' 3pc 16-10. I am not sure what I am going to do with it as I am a hack at fly fishing and use off-the-shelf gear. EPutnam759@aol.com

Phillipson Rod - what is it and what is it worth

feeds@yuku.com (benjamin431) — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 22:28:23 GMT

Hello, Can someone please help me with some info for the rod? It is a Phillipson "De Luxe" on the underside it reads P86F. It is a 3 pc. rod. I have include a few pictures to help with
the discovery process. I have found quite a bit of info on Phillipson rods, but not this particular one. Thanks Ben

Mystery metalsmith

feeds@yuku.com (Housatonic Quill) — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 12:58:49 GMT

Picked up a 10-foot Calcutta salmon rod that has some of the finest metalwork I've ever seen. My first reaction was that it had to be Varney of the Central Valley era, but 2 things said no - the ferrules are not waterproofed, and the ends are feathered, but not serrated - just a series of very narrow-kerf and quite short saw-cuts. The males, however, look very Varney - they're two-part (not three), with a formed one-piece slide and a separate barrel soldered onto it. All the...

phillipson powr pakt

feeds@yuku.com (petie04) — Mon, 07 Jul 2008 12:47:43 GMT

hey guys, there is a guy who live next to me gave me some fly fishing stuff that was his grandpa's. There were several fly rods and reels, and the one that caught my eye was this phillipson. Its a powr pakt 7'6', 3 3/4 oz. It seems to be in real good shape, it is strait and all and the finish is in good condition. the only wear is on the cork. It doesnt have the original rod tube or sock though. I was just wondering how much this rod might be worth. Here is some pictures.
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manufacturer/vintage

feeds@yuku.com (North country brookie) — Sun, 06 Jul 2008 21:29:55 GMT

I just received a new rod. I believe it is a Montague based on ferrules and red agate inserts in the stripping guide and tip top. I would like a confirmation from someone who knows more than me (pretty much everyone on this forum !!) Also, what vintage ? I'm guessing 1920's based on the small grip and intermediate wraps. Any input is appreciated !!

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ABBEY & IMBRIE "DUPLEX" ROD MAKER ID?

feeds@yuku.com (notenoughhours) — Sun, 06 Jul 2008 15:54:26 GMT

I have read some references on the forum regarding the A&I maker ID, but I would love to hear from the professors of bambooflyrodology and the keepers of bamboo rod lore about the one that I have. What is not shown is the cigar handle with sheet cork wrap. I purchased the rod with two equal length tips, both about one inch longer than the other two sections when the butt section is assembled.

Casters Kit

feeds@yuku.com (dqatar) — Thu, 03 Jul 2008 14:53:10 GMT

I came across REELSLICK Casters Kit , in excellent condition,Box and contents, can anyone out there cast some light on this item ??? Thanks.

Heddon # 10

feeds@yuku.com (Hipgnosis) — Thu, 03 Jul 2008 14:05:11 GMT

Due to the apparent softening of the market, I'd like to get a read on the following rod:

Heddon # 10; 8 1/2'; #2 F; 3/2; Green/White Jasper wraps; - original bag, tag, & tube; - excellent ++ condition. Owner's son stated that his father purchased this rod in 1943 and used it on 1 trip to Montana and it has sat ever since. It certainly appears that way. Any estimates would be appreciated.
Thanks in Advance,
Mike

Uslan Model 7513

feeds@yuku.com (czkid) — Wed, 02 Jul 2008 13:20:04 GMT

Looking to establish a value on a virtually unused Uslan Penta. The rod is a late Uslan, probably of the late Floriday vintage, and is marked as a Custom. It is a 7'6", 6wt, 2/2 and weighs 4oz. The rod was originally a gift from Uslan to the party I obtained it from. Original everything.

Ralph

Classic Rods and Rodmakers to sell

feeds@yuku.com (abingram) — Sun, 29 Jun 2008 14:42:43 GMT

I want to sell my copy of this Martin J. Keane book but I'm not sure what the going price should be. Mine is in great shape with a beautiful dust cover. It is listed as "Third printing limited to
1500 copies, 1992." I know that there once was a thread on it concerning a fair price to charge but I guess that it is long gone. I just want to be fair to the buyer and myself. If anyone is interested or knows what it has sold for lately I sure would appreciate any...

Montaque Sunbeam 8 1/2''

feeds@yuku.com (FlymanDan) — Sat, 28 Jun 2008 17:26:01 GMT

Hey fellas looking for a little help... My neighbor came over to me today and asked that I sell a rod for him. In searching through past posts I could not find information regarding this particular length. The rod is a Montague Sunbeam 1 SUF 8 1'2'' 2 tips all sections full length. It came in the original bag and still has the wrapper on the grip. I would put this rod at NIB except the female ferrule on the butt end is cracked. Other then that it is in top unfished condition. So...

Help identifying maker

feeds@yuku.com (stanard) — Sat, 28 Jun 2008 14:30:10 GMT

I am trying to find out some information on a rod I inherited from my grandfather. His name was Russ Stanard and his name was written on the first rod section above the handle. I know he did not make the rod. Below I have answered your questions and I will try...

Blue-wrapped Edwards "Special"?

feeds@yuku.com (pcg) — Sat, 28 Jun 2008 12:05:55 GMT

Marty Keane in his book noted that the Edwards "Special" model (mid- to late-1920s) came with blue wraps tipped in white. During my research on the Edwards book I found none in private collections, or in museums. Such a rod did not seem to exist. The "Special" rods without exception (& I handled a number) were all wrapped in purple and tipped with pongee. I spoke to a number of knowledgeable collectors, none of whom had ever seen a blue-wrapped Edwards...

Carpenter

feeds@yuku.com (chapman) — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 16:44:55 GMT

Hello,

I have a friend who is considering selling a mint 7'9" 3/2 5 weight Browntone Carpenter built in the mid 80s. The rod has been fished, maybe 10 times and however there is not even any grime or soiling on the cork. Any idea as to its worth on the marker today?

I am also considering selling one of my rods, a Scott Bamboo made by Bernard in 2007. The rod is 7'5" 2/2 4 weight in dead mint condition, I fished the rod once however it was a little slow...

Weber rod

feeds@yuku.com (rosborne) — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 11:27:18 GMT

I'm new to the bamboo rod world and to this forum. I just acquired from an antique shop a Weber rod and aluminum tube case (cloth bag missing) for $60. The rod is 9 ft, three piece, two tips. The reel seat is stamped "Weber" Stevens Point Wisc. The butt has a decal Weber Stevens Point Wisc The Fly Tackle Capitol of the World.

Can anyone tell me anything about the rod--year made, general opinion of quality, etc?

Appraisals & Identification of Bamboo Fly Rods