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Last post by Caneghost
03/19/24 07:16
Collecting Criteria
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St Vrain Angler »
06/08/18 18:12
About thirty years ago, I started acquiring bamboo rods because I enjoyed fishing them. I was ignorant about makers, action, quality, and history. My...
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Last post by bluesjay
03/19/24 01:57
Harada and Kawatsura Bamboo Rods
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fefferje »
03/07/24 23:01
I am looking to see if anyone owns a fly rod made by Naoto Shibuyo of Japan. The name of his rods is Kawatsura Rods named for the village he lives...
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Last post by Cross Creek
03/17/24 10:11
AARP Article on Collections
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Hellmtflies »
03/12/24 14:44
I'm Showing my age here. :) In the most recent AARP magazine of March 2024 there is a brief article about collections and how to protect and value...
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Last post by RMorrison
03/16/24 12:27
Show Your FE Thomas Fly Rods
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MadRiver »
12/04/11 12:28
F.E. Thomas made wonderful fly rods in an astonishing array of
configurations. It would be great to see some examples of this fabulous...
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Last post by Woodlakejag
03/14/24 19:55
Leonard Mills 8' 5wt
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Bamboocollector#1 »
03/10/24 20:56
Anyone have an orphan butt section they are looking to part with, a 50 DF would work too at Leonard Mills Standard pricing
?
Trying to avoid the...
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Last post by Bamboocollector#1
03/10/24 20:56
Leonard Model 50 question
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bob2935 »
03/06/24 19:56
Love my Leonard Model 50's, have one that was built in the mid 40's that is delicate and a four weight all the way. Have 50 from 1960 that is rated...
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Last post by Booman2
03/06/24 21:04
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Last post by carl otto
03/06/24 13:55
Single rod display
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jpershke »
03/02/24 05:58
I see ideas for display cabinets here but what about a single rod hung on a wall in a cabin? Anyone with good examples incl hardware required?
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Last post by jpershke
03/06/24 09:47
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Last post by driftless angler
03/06/24 08:56
W&M Granger Challenger Rods
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Cliff »
03/02/24 12:58
Hello,
I have an opportunity to purchase a Challenger rod in the 8ft length. Made by W&M, I believe this rod is pretty close, if not identical to...
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Last post by Cliff
03/03/24 12:44
Hierarchy of Orvis Rods?
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Emydidae Terrapene »
02/29/24 22:53
This has probably been asked, and answered, repeatedly, but I haven't been able to find it. What is the hierarchy of Orvis bamboo rods?
I know that...
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Last post by NewUtahCaneAngler
03/03/24 11:34
Heddon 9.5’ 2.5F
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BigTJ »
01/16/24 16:09
I just picked up what appears to be a #20 9.5’ 2.5F Heddon 3 pc 5.7 oz from the late 20’s. Very nice restoration - would hazard a guess it was done...
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Last post by bamboo rodley
03/02/24 16:48
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Last post by wannabe
02/29/24 23:02
Rods that make your heart sing
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I spent a bit of time on the grass casting today. One of the rods I took out is a Payne 197. Man casting that rod just makes my heart sing!
It is...
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Last post by wannabe
02/27/24 13:23
Which 8 1/2' 5-weight?
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Emydidae Terrapene »
02/23/24 22:00
I have a small, but decent collection of bamboo rods, a couple of vintage rods, a few new rods, but one thing I'm lacking is an 8 1/2' 5-weight. The...
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Last post by Skimpole
02/26/24 09:20
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Last post by quashnet
02/24/24 23:05
Help with Weber ID ...
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blitzinstripes »
02/23/24 19:48
Hi. I'm new to the forum. I stumbled in here while searching for info on a very nice Weber rod that my father in law just inherited from a co-worker....
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Last post by BigTJ
02/28/24 11:33
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Last post by carl otto
02/23/24 11:08
<()))>< When to Sell a Collection?
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Hellmtflies »
02/15/24 12:01
OK , I am in search of some honest and truthful thoughts of your collecting. What is the reason or purpose for collecting rods and reels etc. Is it...
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Last post by Flykuni3
02/23/24 01:18
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