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Got a new rod lately? # 2
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bdcanefly »
06/04/05 19:05
It has been a while since I did this last.
Since our board has been wiped out.
What rod(s) have you received in the last 60 days?
How do you like the...
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Last post by McHull
07/24/24 08:50
Classic Fly Rod & Tackle Dealers
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cdmoore »
04/28/21 20:43
Following is a list of known Classic Fly Rod dealers. Some also buy and sell new rods, classic reels, vintage books and other angling artifacts of...
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Last post by cdmoore
03/26/24 10:19
International Fly Rods & Equipment
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czkid »
09/28/19 17:37
One of our members had written to me to suggest some additional topics for the Forum. One topic close to my heart is foreign (i.e. non-US.) rods and...
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Last post by PGarrett
03/15/24 17:50
Vintage Fly Tackle ?
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chuck »
09/30/19 17:47
Has something happened at Vintage Fly Tackle? Apparently the contact person listed on the website (Matt) has gone silent- His phone mailbox is full...
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Last post by DrLogik
10/17/19 17:36
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Last post by Godfroy
07/27/24 04:30
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Last post by jeffkn1
07/26/24 05:54
your rod collection
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maruoff »
03/22/04 06:28
This might not work because
1. some don't find it interesting,
2. some don't dare to post because they have
a) too few rods,
b) too many rods or...
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Last post by Flyfishingco
07/25/24 06:13
Looking at/for a bamboo rod
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Arrowflinger »
07/18/24 11:39
I’ve begun the process of getting a bamboo fly rod to fish with. I’ve thought about having one built for me. I’ve also been looking around for a used...
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Last post by Booner
07/24/24 01:12
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 Flyfishingco
07/22/24 21:10
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Last post by firehole
07/22/24 19:43
Payne rod sock
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Brier549 »
07/22/24 15:14
I just picked up a Payne 204 that as far as I can tell was made between the 20’s and 40’s. I’m hoping someone can post a pick of what the correct...
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Last post by Brier549
07/22/24 15:14
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 Flyfishingco
07/20/24 15:31
Chris McDowell Rod Value
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Nooch2134 »
07/13/24 13:59
Looking to purchase an 8’ 4 wt Chris McDowell bamboo rod in excellent shape. I’m not familiar with bamboo rods. What would be a good price for it....
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Last post by Grouse173
07/18/24 10:08
Dry Rot in Older Bamboo Rods
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DinoC »
07/16/24 15:32
How would you know if an older bamboo rod, say from the 1930’s, may or may not have dry rot? I’ve heard about this from someone but without any...
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Last post by BigTJ
07/17/24 15:01
4 piece montaque flash 6' & 9'
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SKIPFOTO »
07/16/24 11:23
I purchase a 4 piece Montague flash for rebuilding and I noticed that it has an unusual combination. The butt section receives two section of the...
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Last post by steeliefool
07/16/24 12:27
Orvis database?
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checch »
07/12/24 17:11
Anyone tried this lately? I use to be able to get in easily.Now the antique rod and reel site seems to be messed up. Is anyone in charge of it?...
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Last post by checch
07/14/24 08:30
Ferrule wrapping and Winston
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jayhake1 »
03/29/19 18:55
I did a search and didn't really find much on this, so thought I would ask those more knowledgeable.
I was curious about Winston's (and Sweetgrass...
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Last post by BigTJ
07/14/24 07:28
7.5' 3wt quad
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Does anyone make a 7.5 3wt quatdother than probably Per Brandin. Looking at starting to buy quads and fill gaps in my collection. I also don't want...
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Last post by Flykuni3
07/12/24 15:54
Dating two F.E. Thomas Rods
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TSPEYFLY »
07/11/24 17:39
Hey all
I have two Thomas rods that have the same stamp on the butt cap. It is triangular in shape. The Dirigo is a 9'6 that I had Dennis Stone make...
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Last post by hatch
07/11/24 20:53
Who has a Walton Powell “Ultimate”?
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RMorrison »
06/25/24 13:23
Around 1990 Walton Powell came up with the idea that he was going to make a limited run of 100 “Ultimate” rods. They were supposed to be select cane....
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Last post by pmtaylor16
07/11/24 17:26
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