Southbend 323 - 9' - White Reel Seat

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Southbend 323 - 9' - White Reel Seat

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My dad left behind several vintage bamboo rods. This post describes his Southbend 9' 323 HDH. I created a composite image in PhotoShop. I can supply detailed images if needed.


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One tip section has been 'repaired' and is 6.25" shorter. The tip-top is 0.095" ID whereas the other is 0.080". The mid-section is missing two snake guides. All the windings appear to be Southbend original. I carefully scrolled through the Southbend catalogs 1936 - the end.

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I did not see a Southbend 323 with a white or ivory reel seat. Is it 'ususual?'

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Re: Southbend 323 - 9' - White Reel Seat

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I apologize for failing to see that there is a Southbend sub-forum. Mea culpa.

If it can easily be moved, please do so.

I'm between eye surgeries in my left eye and the right one has permanently distorted vision.

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