CLASSIC BAMBOO RODS

CLASSIC BAMBOO ROD LIST.  All classic bamboo rods are sold with a 3 day inspection privilege. (See Terms and Conditions). All rods are provided in a cloth bag and aluminum case unless otherwise stated. If after purchase, you need to return a bamboo rod, please do not return it without advising me first.

CLASSIC ROD DESCRIPTION CODE:  The following order is used in describing each rod listed:     1).  Maker’s Name.   2). Length.  3). Rod Model.   4).  Number Of Pieces/Number Of Tips.  5).  Line Weight.     6).  Rod Weight .     7). Rod Action.     8).  Type Of Reel Seat.  (See Code Below),    9).  Color Of Wraps.     10). Type of Finish.    11).  Comments.     12). Exact Condition.     13).  Price.

REEL SEAT DESCRIPTION CODE:

Batt.   Standard Orvis walnut down locking seat.

S/L or D/L.  Screw lock (down locking).

Rev. S/L or U/L.  Up locking screw lock seat.

S/B.  Single slide band (cap & ring) seat.

C/R or cap & ring.  Same as S/B seat.

Skeleton.  Two sliding bands only.

Dual Ring.  Same as skeleton seat.

N/S.  Nickel Silver hardware.

Full N/S-S/B.  Seat barrel, slide band and hardware are Nickel Silver.

ROD  CONDITION CODE:

N or New. New merchandise. Never used, first time sold.

M-Mint. AS NEW. Never Used.

M/R-Mint Restored. Professionally refinished to new condition.

N/M-Near Mint. Close to new. Barely used.

E-Excellent. Above average condition with light use only.

VG-Very Good. Average condition. Shows light to normal use and is ready to take fishing.

G-Good. Shows use and routine care. Needs no work to fish.

F-Fair. Needs only minor work to fish.

P-Poor. Structurally sound. Needs major refinish.

 

DEPOSITS ON NEW BAMBOO RODS

All orders for not-in-stock standard rod models from any of our makers require a $100 non-refundable deposit to confirm. All orders for any sort of custom work or deviation from standard models require a 25% non- refundable deposit to confirm.
CLASSIC RODS

 

              12870.  ANTIQUE UNMARKED ?? CHUBB.  7'6".  Tonkin Bass/Bait Rod.  3/2. Henshall Style Bass Rod.  Side Rail  S/B Seat.  Red t/Gold w/ full Intermediates.  Varnished.  Early 20th century, Tonkin bamboo Chubb made with a distinctive swelled butt using spliced Cedar interspersed with the bamboo strips. Very unusual construction and really a great looking display rod.  Recently professionally restored to outstanding cosmetic condition with all of the correct guides, tops and hardware, as originally fitted. Grip is sheet cork. Richardson guides and tip-tops Side rail Nickel over Brass slide band seat, (a Chubb invention) Restored cloth covered wood form holder.  Interesting rod with lots of antique character.  M/R.    $225.00

 

13118Chubb.jpg (43948 bytes)    13118. ANTIQUE CHUBB / MONTAGUE ?? UNMARKED. 9'6". TROUT. 3/2. 5/6. 13118bChubb.jpg (52438 bytes)Slow Wet Fly. Full N/S Slide Band. Red t/Black w/ Full Red Intermediates. Varnished. Very Early Chubb/Montague's (ca. 1900) light action trout rod. This rod has been professionally restored to its original glory and retains the original flip ring guides, tip-tops and cork ring grip. All sections full length. The reel seat features a full N/S slide band with sculptured reel foot side rails, a Chubb trademark. The rod is of Calcutta Bamboo and has a delightfully slow, wet fly action for a 5 or 6 weight line. This higher grade Chubb/Montague has been impeccably restored to show-piece condition. In replacement cloth bag and add-on aluminum case. M/R. 325.0013118cChubb.jpg (48925 bytes)

 

13127IssakW.jpg (55175 bytes)     13127.    ANTIQUE ISAAK WALTON ?? UNSTAMPED by U.S. Net & Twine.    8'3".   TROUT ROD.13127bIssakW.jpg (73547 bytes) 3/2. 5/6. 4.5 oz. Medium. Full N/S S/B. Chinese Red w/ Full Red Intermediates. Varnished.  Circa 1910. A full N/S sculpted slide band reel seat unique to the Issak Walton model rods made by U.S. Net & Twine. More than just a companion piece to the related Kosmic fly rods, these were a higher grade rod sold out of NYC by Herb Frost and distributed by many of the old and famous retail establishments both in New England and the Mid West. Six-strip ROUNDED CANE construction is a competitive acknowledgement of the popularity of wooden rods prevalent at the time. Has a lovely swelled butt, high grade sculpted reel seat, high grade drawn ferrules, reverse English snakes and comes in the original felt covered wooden rod form with a replacement outer bag. The form is complimented by brass studs and turned hard rubber end caps,. all first class trimmings in the earliest part of the 20th century. Just professionally restored to new condition with over 100 close intermediate wraps and new tip-tops. The original reverse English stripper guide was replaced with a Red Agate stripper to accommodate today's fly lines and allow present day fishing use.. Everything else on this magnificent vintage rod is the original hardware. Given an impeccable varnish finish and graced with a delightful medium rod action, this rod is ready to enjoy on your favorite trout stream with a DT5 line. It boasts a lovely medium action that will prove a great fishing rod for light line use or a unique, rare and magnificent addition to any significant rod collection, or both.     M/R. 1300.00

 

13096Homoco.jpg (21278 bytes)    13096. ANTIQUE  BRISTOL STEEL FLY ROD. 9'0". HOMOCO. TELESCOPING. This rod was bought in 1928 and gifted to Roy D. Chapin by his family. It was his very first rod. It obviously got a lot of use and remains in only fair condition. Roy Dikeman Chapin, Jr. (1915 - August 5, 2001) was the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of American Motors Corporation (AMC). Chapin's father, Roy D. Chapin Sr., was one of the co-founders of the Hudson Motor Car Company. Hudson later merged with Nash-Kelvinator Corporation in 1954 to form American Motors. Chapin received his degree in Business Administration from Yale University in 1937 and began his automotive career as an experimental engineer for Hudson in 1938. He was an avid fly fisherman from his early years and this, his first rod at 13 years is historically important. From the Roy D. Chapin Collection. F. 125.00.

 

          12648. CHUBB ?? UNMARKED. 7'6”. Antique Lancewood Trolling Rod. 3/2. Full Metal S/B. Varnished. This round Lancewood lake trout and salt water trolling rod has been professionally restored to as new condition while preserving all of its completely original components. This includes the original ridged wooden grip. the seamless, up-locking Nickel plated slide band seat with the Chubb trade mark side rails. seamless, waisted, drawn, spike ferrules with ferrule plugs and friction fit double tunnel type guides. All the hardware and rod sections are completely original and are the correct length. The tip tops are stirrup type tops and there are two different strength tips, a light and a heavy for either trolling or bottom fishing use. Seldom does a display rod over 100 years old come by in this kind of “makes you proud to show it” condition. An outstanding display piece that has been treated to a custom fitted cloth rod bag and is housed in a HERTER'S heavy aluminum rod case with rubber end caps from the 1950's. All this needs to become an attention getting display focal point is to hang a big, old Pflueger Sal Trout or Meisselbach wire line trolling reel or Indiana Reel on the seat and proudly show it off.   M/R.    $295.00

 
13145aaChubb.jpg (51311 bytes)             13145. ANTIQUE – CHUBB. LANCEWOOD FLY ROD. 9'6". HIGHEST GRADE CHUBB,13145aChubb.jpg (30445 bytes) EARLY WOOD ROD. 3/1. #?. Slow Wet Fly. Bright Nickel S/B Seat Red/Orange t/Olive w/ decorative American Intermediate Wraps . Varnished. This is one of the most astounding Lancewood Chubb fly rods I've ever seen. The Rattan wrapped, Cigar shaped grip with a finely knurled bright Nickel slide band reel seat is only the beginning. Three rod sections make a 9.5 foot Fly Rod with a delightfully slow and easy wet fly action.. The guides are all original flip-ring style, meant more for "dapping" a fly than casting it. The original "Star" Chubb decal is in perfect condition on the butt. The silk wraps are a very pretty Reddish Orange t/ light Olive with 13145bChubb.jpg (37192 bytes)decorative Intermediates in both colors. The ferrules and all hardware are bright Nickel plated Brass. All sections are FULL LENGTH and fitted to the original cloth covered slotted wood rod case that comes in the original Sail13145cbChubb.jpg (57235 bytes) Cloth rod bag. There have been no repairs done to this rod, just a professional total refinish and the rod looks like it just left the Chubb shop. Very Rare and unusual example of the important Chubb rods circa the 1880's, in perfect condition throughout. M/R. 495.00.

12697.  CHUBB ?? UNMARKED Fly Rod.   9'6". 3/1. #5. 5 oz. Slow Wet Fly. Full Brass/Nickel Reel seat. Red w/ Red Intermediate Decorative Wraps. Varnished. Venerable, turn of the century Calcutta classic, made by Thos H. Chubb of Post Mills, Vermont prior to 1900.  Built of Calcutta bamboo, the rod is fitted with the trademark Chubb side rail, nickel plated brass, full metal slide band reel seat; a sheet cork grip, floppy flip ring guides, Nickel plated  brass ferrules and full intermediate  decorative wraps. The rod comes in a fitted cedar formed case and has just been professionally restored to nicer than new condition. All sections are full length and this rod will make a wonderful fishing rod or display piece.     M/R.     $250.

 

12494. CIEMIEGA - TOM. 6'9”. Model 695. 2/2. #4/5. 3.3 oz. Fast Parabolic. Burled Walnut N/S S/B. Bronze. Varnished. This lightly Flamed rod and has a fast, powerful dry fly action for a DT4 or WF5 line. It is capable of pin-point accuracy at 60 feet if required, but fishes like a dream at normal distances. Somewhat reminiscent of the Perfectionist, it feels real good in the hand and has a power reserve that belies its light weight. The snakes are black, the ferrules are oxidized Super Z style and the grip is a standard Cigar shape. The reel seat is an Up or Down locking mortised slide band seat with bright hardware over a beautiful piece of Burled Red Maple. The finish is lovely and the rod will make its owner proud. Back in the 1950's Tom spent a part of his teens working in and generally hanging around Paul Young's rod shop in Detroit. Those years of direct contact with both Paul and Bob Summers left and indelible mark on a young man who has since become an accomplished craftsman and has now come full circle and is offering his own Young influenced rods to bamboo aficionados. Tom's personal fly casting and fishing experience over the past 45 years has also strongly influenced his development of taper modifications loosely based on the designs of Paul himself. Cloth bag and aluminum case.   BRAND NEW.    $1400.00.

 
13124Ciemiega.jpg (34285 bytes)        13124. CIEMIEGA - TOM. 7'2". MODEL 725. 2/2. #5. 4.0 oz. Fast Parabolic. Burled Walnut N/S S/B. Bronze t/Black. Varnished. This lightly Flamed. Swelled Butt rod has a Parabolic action that is powerful and fast, much like the PY Driggs rod it emulates. It loads well in-close with a DT 5 and fishes beautifully with smaller flies and fine tippets, but is capable of pin-point accuracy up to 60 feet if required. It truly casts like a dream. Reminiscent of the delightful Young Driggs, it is even more delicate, feels real good in the hand and has a power reserve that belies its light weight. The snakes are black, the ferrules are oxidized Super Z style and the grip is a standard Cigar shape. The reel seat is a down locking mortised slide band seat with bright hardware over a beautiful piece of hand selected Burled Walnut. The finish is lovely and the rod will make its owner proud. Back in the 1950's Tom spent his teenage years working in, tying flies at and generally hanging around Paul Young's rod shop and store in Detroit. Those years of direct contact with both Paul and Bob Summers left and indelible mark on a young man who became an accomplished craftsman and has now come full circle and is offering his own well designed rods to bamboo aficionados. Tom's personal fly casting and fishing experience over the past 45 years has also favorably influenced his development of taper modifications loosely based on the designs of Paul himself. These rods are fishing and casting machines. Cloth bag and aluminum case. BRAND NEW. 1400.00

 
13101Constable.jpg (27643 bytes)    13101. CONSTABLE. 6'0"/6'9". R. H. WOODS DUAL. 2/1. 4. 2.75 oz. Medium/Fast Parabolic. Cork S/B. Lt Bronze t/Emerald. Varnished. Imported and popularized by Angler's Mail of Cleveland. Unique rod made by Cliff Constable of Bromley, England circa the mid 70's. Features TWO BUTT sections of different length to give a Fast parabolic action 6 footer AND a Medium/Fast parabolic action 6'9" rod by just switching the tip. This rod does a great job with either butt thanks to the staggered ferrule design and casts a DT4 line really well. Appears to have seen little use. Completely original with special cloth bag and aluminum case. From the Roy D. Chapin, Jr. collection. N/M. 795.00.

 
13071.jpg (27564 bytes)    13071. CRITCHFIELD, WILLIAM. 6'3". TROUT. 2/2. #2/3. 2-3/4 oz. Medium/Slow. Cork N/S S/B. Lemon/ Black. Varnished. Delightful, little Brookie rod, made by Minnesota rod builder, Bill Critchfield. This clean-looking, Blond colored rod has a super- delicate action for a #2 or 3 line. Fitted with a comfortable half-wells grip and lightweight cork seat with oxidized hardware and ferrules and an agate stripper. Fine-tipped action casts well in-close and will be a blast in headwater streams. Appears unused. In the original cloth bag and brass capped case. Good buy here. M. $625.00.
13073.jpg (30348 bytes)     13073. CRITCHFIELD, WILLIAM. 7'6". P. Y. PERFECTIONIST TAPER.  2/2.  #4.4 oz.  Medium/Fast Parabolic.  Amboyna N/S S/B. Red. Varnished. Full working, Perfectionist Taper rod, made by Minnesota rod builder, Bill Critchfield. This medium-toned bamboo colored rod has the classic parabolic action of the Paul Young Perfectionist, probably the world's most copied rod action for a #4 line. Fitted with a comfortable Half-Wells grip and wood seat with oxidized hardware and ferrules. Red Agate stripper matched the wraps. Barely used. In the original cloth bag and brass capped case. Good buy here. N/M. $625.00.
13057Cross.jpg (34221 bytes)    13057.   ??CROSS - SOUTH BEND ?? WES JORDAN - 8-STRIP??   7'6".  2/2. #4/5. 4.0 oz. Medium /Fast. Tenite D/L S/L (Thread lock Seat). Green Jasper. Varnished. This rod has been a puzzle to me since I first saw it. Some of the earmarks of this unsigned rod point directly to the early Cross building efforts of Wes Jordan circa the early 1920's. Other feature speak to the Cross- South Bend venture of the late 20's, early 30's. The rod uses a black Tenite filled Thread lock design reel seat patented by Jordan, the ferrules are the Cross Supreme Ferrules, welted, serrated and knurled, as shown in the 1928 catalog. The stripper is agate and the guides are bronze. The grip is a reverse Half wells and the rod has a perfect action for a DT4 or WF5 line. All of the correct features of a South Bend rod of this vintage. Where my dilemma lies is that this rod is of beautifully executed EIGHT-STRIP construction, to my knowledge never offered by SB. It is well known that Wes built 4, 6, and 8 strip rods at Cross, both single and double-built , but I know of none that came out of South Bend. Of course, it is possible that this rod was constructed originally by Wes as a Cross Forsyth Model in the early 1920's and was later refurbished and upgraded at South bend in the 1930's by Wes Jordan. I am especially inclined to believe that to be the case here, as the extra tip is a perfect taper and action match, but is of six strip construction and clearly from South Bend. Interestingly the color and aesthetics are a perfect match to the original, so it is clear that someone took pains to do a correct job. I also believe the rod was refinished at that later time, because it is wrapped with Black/Green Jasper thread, a color not offered by SB until the mid 1930's, (about when I calculate the re-do was done). All of that said, this rod has a sweet middle-fast action that is a joy to cast for me with a DT4 line. The rod is straight, tight and sound and ready to fish with no work needed. It appears to have been well cared for since the 1930's. The cloth bag and rod case are period replacements, I believe. A bit of a mystery that may never fully solve out, but there is no mystery about the worth of the this rod as a fishing tool. E. $750.00.

 
              13031. DIVINE - FRED. 8'0". ANTIQUE LANCEWOOD TROLLING & BASS ROD. 3/2. Full Metal S/B. Varnished. This round Lancewood trolling, bass and bait rod has been professionally restored to as new condition while preserving all of its completely original components. This includes the original Rattan Grips, seamless, waisted, and knurled, drawn N/S ferrules and the two Ring casting guides. All the hardware and rod sections are completely original and are the correct length. The tip tops are stirrup type tops. The rod is also fitted with a unique slide band reel seat 4patented by Divine with a grooved slide band that runs on a ridged rail in the reel seat. It is stamped Dec 1, 1885".which is US. Patent Number 331,380. Seldom does a display rod over 100 years old come by in this kind of makes you proud to show it" condition. An outstanding display piece. The mid and both tips are housed in a stained Cedar wood form. The form and the butt section are both housed in a heavy outer cloth sack. M/R. $225.00

 

         13030. DIVINE - FRED. 9'6". EARLY TROUT ROD. 3/2. #6. 6.1 oz. Medium/Slow Wet Fly. Full N/S Slide Band. Red w/Red &Black Intermediates. Varnished. This magnificent early Divine rod is constructed of Calcutta bamboo. It is a perfectly restored example of the famed Divine Rod" as produced circa 1910. It has a distinctive swelled butt, hand cut, 1/2 inch cork rings, waisted, welted , and knurled drawn N/S ferrules, a red agate stripper and small silk line snake guides throughout in the reverse English twist, Graced with a wonderfully slow medium action, incredibly fish-able and crying for a DT6 silk fly line. The rod is also fitted with a lovely, bright slide band seat with side rails, elongated butt cap, decorative knurling and stamped The Divine Rod" on the slide portion of the seat. This basically original rod has just completed a perfect restoration by one of the finest restoration artists in this country. He was able to restore and reuse all the original guides and hardware. The varnish sparkles attesting to a time when rods of this caliber were only enjoyed by the wealthiest fishermen. Now you can own a classic masterpiece and best of all, you can fish the rod if you are of a mind to. This is a lovely, old, sound and complete Classic Divine with impressive craftsmanship and a design that is truly timeless. Comes in the original fitted, felt covered, wooden holder housed in the heavy canvas outer sack. M/R. $495.00

 
13108Duck.jpg (28533 bytes)      13108. DUCK - DOUGLAS J. 7'0". NO. 2127. 2/2. #4. 3. 1 oz. Medium/. Birdseye Maple/Cork N/S S/B. Clear Honey Lemon. Varnished. Douglas Duck was a noted high quality Texas rod maker who passed away several years ago. This rod is marked "D.J. Duck Maker - 201E, 7' - 4, No. 2127" on the rod shaft. Doug's Garrison replicas are truly top-notch rods with much of the charisma found in the originals. They have become quite collectible, but still just don't cost as much. and are a lot more amenable to being fished on a regular basis, than are the "too valuable to fish" rods they so beautifully emulate. This rod is a dead-on facsimile in both action and appearance. A beautifully finished rod with a light Birds Eye Maple and cork reel seat, bright Nickel Silver cap & ring hardware, Super-Z style ferrules and two-up node construction. Doug's excellent wrap, finish and detail work highlight and compliment the Cognac color of the bamboo. This delightful handful boasts a deep working action with fine tips, (as did the original) for a DT4 line. Comes with cloth bag and brass cap aluminum case. Barely used. N/M. 1850.00.

 
13104Eden.jpg (48620 bytes)       13104. EDEN CANE. 8'6". SBS MODEL 8619-12 SALMON/BASS/STEELHEAD. 3/2. #8. 5.9 oz. Medium/Fast. Maple Burl U/L N/S S/L. Honey Translucent t/Cinnamon. Varnished. Steelhead Killer, Now built only to custom order. This rod model had been long awaited as it went through the design and testing process. Some pretty fussy outdoor writers and fly fishing authors were involved in this rod's creation and testing. The rod has been tested by fire and has stood up to all manner of hard use with remarkable results. It has handled a lot of large and very hard fighting Bass and Steehead and Salmon and never once faltered in almost two years of brutal testing. A compliment to the perfectly designed and tweaked tapers that cast a WF8 beyond perfection and have the power to handle big fish with ease. A beautiful Blond colored bamboo rod with honey lemon translucent wraps and a gorgeous marbleized Honey Burled Maple wood reel seat. The stripper is Clear Agatine with hard chrome snakes. The N/S Super-Z style ferrules are bright as is the N/S seat hardware featuring an up-locking, mortised screw lock seat on a striking piece of burled Impregnated Maple. The Western style Cigar grip features a front winding check at the nose of Nickel Silver bringing a superb finishing touch to a modern masterpiece. NODELESS CONSTRUCTION. All offending nodes are removed in construction of every Eden Cane rod. The results are nothing short of amazing. The action of this exciting rod is one of the smoothest I've ever cast in a heavyweight cane rod. It is designed to punch a WF8 line and a big, wind resistant fly into a breeze, yet, it is beautifully balanced and does not hammer the caster. This rod seems tailor made for the Triangle Taper 8 Line and Canadian, Icelandic and Russian salmon rivers. In cloth rod bag and custom made hard leather rod case by Arne Mason Unused. M. 3450.00.

 
13135EdwardsSpin.jpg (33468 bytes)       13135. EDWARDS - QUADRATE SPIN ROD. 7'0". #4 2/1. 6 - 10#. Medium. Cork Dual Ring. Red t/Black. Varnished. This 1950's Gene Edwards Quad demonstrates the level of craftsmanship that the Edwards family was known for. The rod has just been professionally restored to as original condition and is mechanically sound, straight and tight. The rod comes in the original bag and aluminum case. The Edwards case label is partially gone but still decipherable. Here you have a superb and serviceable example of a scarce Four-sided bamboo spin rod from the early days of spin fishing in the US. M/R. 375.00.

 
13056Farlow.jpg (26153 bytes)13056 . FARLOW - SHARPE KIT ROD. 8'3". PARABOLIC. 2/1. #6. 5.3 oz. Fast Parabolic. Walnut rev S/L w/ perm 1" butt. Red. Impregnated. The action of this rod model is just like the famed Charles Ritz  "Fario Club" model which did more to popularize the "Full Parabolic" action in the U.S. than any other. Blank made by Farlow/Sharpe of Scotland with a Staggered Ferrule design that has a full working, powerful parabolic action and throws a #6 line a long way. The classic Wells style grip and up lock seat work well together. Comes in a cloth bag and brass-capped aluminum tube. If you are looking for a powerhouse trout or bass rod for small money that performs well, here it is. E. $385.00.

 
13146Grangere.jpg (35870 bytes)                13146. GRANGER – GOODWIN. 9'0". GRANGER VICTORY. 3/2. #6/7. 5-1/2 oz. Med/Fast. Rev N/S S/L. Orange Jasper t/Black. Varnished. Made between 1932 and 1938 by the "Pat. Pend." stamping on the uplocking Nickel Silver screw lock reel seat. Wonderfully delicate in action. All sections are complete, sound and full length with excellent ferrules and hardware. This rod is completely original underneath a professionally restored wrap and varnish job. This unmolested, classic rod is a joy to cast and will make someone an excellent light Salmon. bass or heavy trout rod. In the original cloth bag and replacement aluminum case. M/R. 495.00.

 
             12999. HARDY. 6'10”. Phantom – Hollokona. 2/1. #5. 2-3/4 oz. Fast. Cork S/B. Black t/Red. Varnished. Hollowbuilt by Hardy in 1965. Lovely small stream dry fly rod. Light weight and a fast powerful action for a DT5 line give this rod an excellent feel and casting accuracy. Made originally with just the single tip and packed in the classic heavy cotton rod bag with hang-tag and factory aluminum tube. All original and complete with agate stripper and in excellent condition.    E.    $875.00

 

              13020. HARDY. 8'0". The Fairchild Rod. 3/1. #5. 3-7/8 oz. .Medium. Cork Universal S/B. Green w/full Intermediates. Varnished. This wonderful Hardy trout rod built in 1938 clearly demonstrates the level of craftsmanship that Hardy was famous for. The rod has has a single tip and although there is a second tip with the rod, it does not match. Curiously, the ferrule fits and matches, so you are all set if you choose to have another tip made for the rod. (It is worth doing!) White Agate tip-top and matching Agate stripper. Reverse English snakes and Walnut ferrule plugs round out the detailed touches of this easy-casting, true medium action fly rod. The full English intermediate wraps really set this rod off from the routine bamboo look. The rod remains in excellent original condition throughout, in the original cloth rod bag and a pre-war small diameter Hardy Aluminum rod case. Fitted with a cigar grip and all cork slide band seat to take any size reel foot. It is sweet with a DT5 line and will prove to be a joy to fish.    E.     $795.00

 
13083HardyFairchild.jpg (38496 bytes)          13083.  HARDY.  9'6".   THE FAIRCHILD ROD.  3/2.  #4/5.  4-5/8 oz.  Slow.  All Cork UNIVERSAL S/B Hardy Seat.  Light Brown w/ Brown Intermediates.  Varnished.    Made in 1921. The all-time classic Hardy rod with the highest quality build and a sweet, slow, wet fly action for a DT4 or WF5 line. Everything on this rod is original including the Agate stripper and English reverse twist snakes. Only the tip-tops have been replaced with Perfection style tops, (better to fish with). Excellent for use a classic downstream wet fly rod, now coming back into vogue. The softness and slower action is what is needed to protect fine tippets on savage downstream strikes. The rod is in nice overall fishing condition showing only moderate use. The original varnish has darkened with age and shows a bump or two, but is still sound and ready to fish. Original bag and original aluminum rod case. Where can you find this kind of quality at this kind of price?   VG.  $450.00

          19992. HARDY. 12'0". SET OF THREE A. H. E. WOOD Steelhead & Salmon Rods. 3/2. #7/8/9. 12 to 13 oz. Spey action without Steel Center. Cork sliding S/L seat. Chinese Red. Varnished. A magnificent set of three, brand new condition rods patterned after the original set of rods designed in the 1920's by A. H. E. Wood and detailed in Jock Scott's book "Greased Line Fishing". These 3 exceptional rod models were offered by Hardy from 1928 to 1952, when they were discontinued Noted Steelhead angler and accomplished caster, Chuck Doke special ordered these rods built for him by Hardy in 2 complete sets in 1965 and said it took Hardy nearly 3 years to find bamboo of high enough quality to build the 6 rods without the Steel Rod Center, as were the originals. (Steel rod center construction was originally used to allow lesser quality cane to be used in Salmon Rod construction and still provide the power needed to cast with these rods. It worked, but added a lot of unnecessary weight and interfered with the action of the rods and also suffered delamination woes if improperly stored. The process was  eclipsed by using double building methods). These 2 sets were completed and delivered in 1968 as attested to by their "J" series serial number. Doke, who fished with Stan Bogdan Alec Jackson, Syd Glasso and others fished one set and put this set back for posterity. He said these rods can do things that no other bamboo 2-handed rod can. Interestingly, they were designed to be able to be used either double or single handed, thanks to the Hardy "Universal Style" reel seats. These 3 rods are all 12 feet long and each takes one heavier line size of double taper line, (one a 7 weight, second an 8 weight and third a 9 weight). They are in never used, new condition, with the original clear plastic wraps on the grips. Weights are 12-1/4 , 12-3/4 and 13-1/4 ounces respectively. Fitted with reinforced twist-lock ferrules, clear Agate stripper guides and clear Agate tip-tops, perfect circle bridge guides, original bag, bag tags, and sculptured aluminum ferrule plugs. These rods represent an opportunity for their owner to preserve an important bit of angling history by owning this set as it may now well be the only unused set of these incredible 2-hand rods left in existence.  Hardy will no longer make these rods today, as the craftsmen who crafted these rods 40 years ago are gone, but, if done today their cost would exceed $3500 per copy, making this one-of-a-kind set an excellent investment at only $4900.    M.     $4900.00.   SOLD

Note; Please do not confuse this matched set of THREE brand new condition, UNUSED Hardy Rods with the two unmatched USED rods from the now broken other set (and therefore lesser priced) that are currently advertised on another dealer's web site. THAT NOW MAKES THIS SET THE ONLY COMPLETE AND ORIGINAL UNUSED ONE IN EXISTENCE!! Superb tackle investment.

 

      12921.  heddon.  9'0".  Model 17.   Black Beauty.   3/2. #7/8. 5 oz. Medium/Fast. Tenite S/L. Black. Varnished. Heddon's revered Model 17 in totally original and complete condition. The rod appears original throughout with no short or repaired sections. Factory rated for a DT7 line, but casts a WF8 line even better. It could stand a coat of varnish to "dress it up", if you are real fussy, but it is sound, straight, and tight enough to fish "as is" without concern. The shaft lettering is original and perfectly preserved with the 2-1/2 ferrule size indicated in black ink. Comes with the original cloth bag and cloth spec label all intact and with the original Black finish aluminum case with foil label. Ready to fish with no work needed. Circa the late 1940's.    VG.   $425.00.

 
13112aLacey.jpg (25704 bytes)         13112. LACEY - GARY. 7'2". ROYAL "L". 2/2. #3/4. 3.1 oz. Medium/Fast. Mahogany N/S S/B. Translucent Antique Olive. Varnished. There are a very small number of contemporary rod makers active today, whose work is simply the finest extant. Georgia Master builder, Gary Lacey creates a rod worthy of inclusion in that elite group. Gary's rods are just as darned close to perfect as any you've ever seen and this is one of his latest efforts. It has sparkle to take your breath away and a "WOW" factor that will make you forget to inhale.13112bLacey.jpg (20856 bytes) Incredible attention to details abound everywhere: from the rich looking, dark-toned, flamed cane color given life by an impeccable varnish finish, to the perfectly executed thread wraps, to the hand-made Nickel Silver ferrules, to the lovely Mahogany wood filler, offset by the richly blued Nickel Silver seat parts and hardware, to the hand-crafted, F. E. Thomas style combination front winding check and fly keeper, to the intricate and detailed 13112cLacey.jpg (31339 bytes)signature wraps, to the delicately engraved maker's signature on the butt cap. All of the guides are hand-made by Gary in the English reverse configuration of specially treated Stainless Steel wire that looks like antique bronzed guides, but won't rust or wear and discolor as quickly. Even the special Olive Agate stripping guide is totally hand made to compliment incredible detail that comes across as a complete understatement of beauty. If workmanship speaks for itself, then this rod simply says it all. What it does with a DT3 or WF4 line will thrill you no end. In a hand sewn cloth bag and brass capped rod case. BRAND NEW. 3200.00.

 
13121LancBaetis.jpg (36561 bytes)       13121. LANCASTER - R. W.   6'3".   BAETIS.   2/2. #3/4. 2.25 oz. Medium/Fast Dry Fly. Shaped Cork Dual Ring. Antique Gold t/Black. Varnished. Bob Lancaster offers a quality made rod with an attractive appearance and a magnificent rod action for a reasonable price. That clearly makes his product a winner in our book. This rod has a strong similarity to the Paul Young Midge, in length, line weight, appearance and casting feel. Flamed cane. Oxidized Nickel Silver Super-Z style ferrules. Matte varnish finish. Cigar Grip. Cork seat with Bronze Aluminum hardware. Your chance to have the sharp, crisp and satisfying dry fly action of a finely tuned Semi-parabolic taper without paying Classic rod money for it. With labeled cloth bag, rod grip pads, and aluminum case. BRAND NEW. 850.00

 
13052LancSavRiv.jpg (28140 bytes)13052. LANCASTER - R. W.    7'2". SAVAGE RIVER.   2/2. #4/5. 3.25 oz. Medium/Fast Dry Fly. Burled Tiger Maple C/R. Antique Gold t/Black. Varnished. Bob Lancaster offers a quality built, nicely made rod with an attractive Young-like appearance and a magnificent rod action for a reasonable price. That clearly makes his product a winner in our book. This rod has a definite similarity to the Paul Young Driggs model, in length and appearance, but it is at least a full line size lighter and and has a much more pleasant feel. Mottled Flamed cane. Oxidized Nickel Silver Super-Z style ferrules. Cigar Grip. Burled Maple seat mortised for reel foot with Clear anodized cap and ring. This rod is smooth and delicate, yet fast enough to be precisely accurate. With labeled cloth bag, rod grip pads, and aluminum case. BRAND NEW. $850.00.

 
13045LancSavRiv.jpg (27732 bytes)   13045. LANCASTER - R. W. 7'2". SAVAGE RIVER. 2/2. #4/5. 3.25 oz. Medium/Fast Dry Fly. Burled Tiger Maple C/R. Antique Gold t/Black. Varnished. Bob Lancaster offers a quality built, nicely made rod with an attractive Young-like appearance and a magnificent rod action for a reasonable price. That clearly makes his product a winner in our book. This rod has a definite similarity to the Paul Young Driggs model, in length and appearance, but it is at least a full line size lighter and and has a much more pleasant feel. Mottled Flamed cane. Oxidized Nickel Silver Super-Z style ferrules. Half-Wells Grip. Burled Maple seat mortised for reel foot with Black anodized cap and ring. This rod is smooth and delicate, yet fast enough to be precisely accurate. With labeled cloth bag, rod grip pads, and aluminum case. BRAND NEW.   $850.00.

 
13110LancFS.jpg (24348 bytes)    13110. LANCASTER - R.W. 7'6". FALLING SPRINGS. 2/2. #4/5. 3.50 oz. Medium/Fast Dry Fly. Mortised Cork Aluminum S/B. Antique Gold t/Black. Varnished. Bob Lancaster has been hand planing his meticulously built rods for more than 30 years, testing and refining his rod tapers to enhance the parabolic type of action popularized by Paul Young. His finely tuned tapers take that full feeling action to a new plane all the while retaining a delicate feel. Lancaster offers an exceptionally well made rod with an always charming Young-like appearance and a truly magnificent casting feel for a very reasonable price. That clearly makes his fine product a winner in our book. This rod has a certain similarity to the revered Perfectionist, in length and appearance. It seems to feel as powerful and handles a WF5 line with complete authority. For a more delicate approach you might be inclined to throw a DT4 line instead. Cast it with a TT5 Triangle Taper and you will grin from ear to ear. Whichever line you settle on, this rod is sure to delight you. Mottled Flamed cane. Oxidized Nickel Silver Super-Z style ferrules. Lovely varnish finish. Half-Wells grip. Figured Tiger Maple seat with a bright screw lock. Your chance to fish the satisfying action of a finely tuned semi-parabolic taper without spending your kid's inheritance to enjoy it. With labeled cloth bag, rod grip pads, and aluminum case. BRAND NEW. 850.00.

 
13122FallingSprings.jpg (52254 bytes)        13122. LANCASTER - R. W. 7'6". FALLING SPRINGS. 2/2. #4/5. 3.50 oz. Medium/Fast Dry Fly. Burled Maple N/S D/L S/B. Antique Gold t/Black. Varnished. Bob Lancaster has been hand planing his meticulously built rods for more than 30 years, testing and refining his rod tapers to enhance the parabolic type of action popularized by Paul Young. His finely tuned tapers take that full feeling action to a new plane all the while retaining a delicate feel. Lancaster offers an exceptionally well made rod with an always charming Young-like appearance and a truly magnificent casting feel for a very reasonable price. That clearly makes his fine product a winner in our book. This rod has a certain similarity to the revered Perfectionist, in length and appearance. It seems to feel as powerful and handles a WF5 line with complete authority. For a more delicate approach you might be inclined to throw a DT4 line instead. Cast it with a TT5 Triangle Taper and you will grin from ear to ear. Whichever line you settle on, this rod is sure to delight you. Mottled Flamed cane. Oxidized Nickel Silver Super-Z style ferrules. Lovely varnish finish. Half-Wells grip. Highly6 Figured Burled Maple seat with a bright Cap & Ring. Your chance to fish the satisfying action of a finely tuned semi-parabolic taper without spending your kid's inheritance to enjoy it. With labeled cloth bag, rod grip pads, and aluminum case. BRAND NEW. 850.00

 
13109LanBR.jpg (27029 bytes)         13109. LANCASTER - R. W. 8'0". BOW RIVER. 2/2. #5/6. 4.45 oz. Medium/Fast Semi-Parabolic. Burled Maple D/L S/L. Antique Gold t/Black. Varnished. Bob Lancaster has been hand planing his meticulously built rods for more than 30 years, testing and refining his rod tapers to enhance the semi- parabolic type of action popularized by Paul Young. He has taken that full feeling action to a higher casting plane all the while retaining a delicate feel. Lancaster rods offer an always charming Young-like appearance and a truly magnificent casting feel for a very reasonable price. That makes his fine product a clear winner in our book. This rod has a certain similarity to the fabled Para 15, in length and appearance. It seems to feel equally as powerful and handles a DT5 line with complete authority. For more distance, you might be inclined to throw a WF6 line instead. Cast it with a TT6 Triangle Taper and you will grin from ear to ear. Whichever line you settle on, this rod is sure to delight you, but seems to "come alive" with a TT6 Triangle Taper. Well balanced and responsive, you will love this rod with bigger flies and on breezy days. Flamed cane. Oxidized Nickel Silver Super-Z style ferrules. Sparkling varnish Finish. Half Wells Grip. Burled Maple wood seat with a down-locking screw lock. With labeled cloth bag, rod pads and aluminum case. BRAND NEW. 850.00.

 
13151Duracane.jpg (35432 bytes)                 13151. LEONARD. 8'0". THE DURACANE. 2/2. #5/6. 3-7/8 oz. Medium/Fast. Butternut S/L. Tan . Impregnated. SN293. Sweet action impregnated rod for a DT5 or WF6 line. Made in 1978 by Tom Maxwell. Hand lettered by Tom as "The Duracane, 8'-#6. No.293", in black ink above the grip. Slim cigar grip and dark Butternut reel seat with distinctive Acorn butt cap. Everything correct and original including the bag and case. This rod has been fished very little and shows no blemishes on a Near Mint condition rod. These are scarce and going up in value steadily. N/M. 1600.00.
13117Duracane.jpg (43898 bytes)      13117. LEONARD. 8'6". DURACANE 857SDF. 2/1. #7/8. 5.0 oz. Med/Fast. Butternut Rev S/L. Dark Brown. Impregnated. SN1425. Leonard's Duracane rod, considered by some to be the finest of Impregnated rods. Absolutely delightful with a DT7/WF8 line. Fitted with a permanent 2" fighting butt. Rod feels very light and responsive in the hand and will be a pleasure to use for heavy trout, Smallmouth bass, grilse and light salmon. Comes in the original cloth bag with stiffener and original brass capped rod case. Rod shows only the lightest use and remains in superb original condition through out. E. 695.00
13126OrvPennsCreek.jpg (49811 bytes)     13126. ORVIS - BATTENKILL. 7'0". PENN'S CREEK. 2/2. #3/4. 3-5/8 oz. Medium/Fast. Burled Amboyna Wood/Cork Inlay N/S U/L S/B. Red t/Black. Impregnated. Current Orvis rod model. with a delightful dry fly rod action for a DT3 or WF4 line. Throws a tight loop with a WF4 and a bit more open loop with a DT3. Ideal for small streams, short casts and long, fine leaders. The rod is serial # 90206 and was made in 2006 by Charles Hisey. Everything matches and all is is in mint condition. The Western grip, nicely swelled butt, fancy wood & cork seat and straw colored bamboo combine in a delightfully functional and versatile little rod. An extremely desirable Orvis product with excellent appreciation potential. M. 1500.00

 
13136aOrvSuperf.jpg (37550 bytes)             13136. ORVIS. 7'6". BATTENKILL - SUPERFINE. 2/2. #5/6. 3-1/4 oz. Medium/Fast. Cork Dual Ring. Brown. Impregnated. Serial #51495. Superb dry fly action. A delight to cast. One of Orvis's very13136bOrvSuperf.jpg (24046 bytes) best and most popular rod models. Excellent action and dark quality bamboo. This rod has been well cared for but shows some grip roughness at the nose from parking hooks and some fading of the the bluing on the female ferrule otherwise in sound, tight, straight and excellent condition It is sweet with a DT5 and just sings with a Triangle Taper 5 line and in a pinch, can throw a WF6 too. All original condition. Made in 1968. In the original bag and case. E. 795.00.

 
13098OrvWJ.jpg (30411 bytes)     13098. ORVIS. 8'0". WES JORDAN MODEL. 2/2. #8. 4-3/8 oz. Medium. Battenkill. Brown. Impregnated. Serial Number 73901. Made in 1974. Custom built with a smooth, powerful action. This model was Wes Jordan's favorite rod. Original owners name engraved on the butt cap and lettered on the rod shaft as was customary with this model. Lettered "Roy D. Chapin, Jr.". Comes in the original bag and Orvis Wes Jordan leather rod case. The rod has been sparingly used and remains in nearly new original condition throughout. Lovely rod. Wes Jordan models remain very scarce and this one has a special provenance. From the Roy D. Chapin, Jr. Collection. N/M. 1500.00.

 
13138Orvis.jpg (54161 bytes)           13138. ORVIS. 9'0". BAMBOO KIT ROD. 4/2. #10. 6.5 oz. Fast. Orvis Alum S/L. Brown. Impregnated. This rod has been reworked from a two-piece 9 foot Battenkill Salmon rod. It has been converted into a four piece rod using Super Z style ferrules to supplement the original Orvis ferrule at the middle of the rod. Rod has been rewrapped with new guides, factory markings are missing on cane, the original reel seat has been given a 2" permanent fighting butt and the rod boasts triple strippers. This rod is a powerhouse with a #10 line and is ideal for use as a heavy salmon or salt water rod. In a replacement bag and older aluminum rod case. If you've always wanted to try bamboo in salt water, but balked because of the price, here is your chance. A give-away at this price. E. 395.00.

 
               12996. PAYNE. 8'6". Model 206. 3/2. #7/8. 5-3/4 oz. Med/Fast. Cedar rev S/L. Brown t/Black. Varnished. Bought directly from the Payne shop in 1962. One tip top is set down 8" but with this rod's powerful casting action this tip will still throw an 8 weight line and will serve well for bugs and bass fishing. Fantastic bass, salmon or steel head rod. Delightful with a DT7 or WF8 line. Casts superbly. Except for one guide wrap replaced on the mid section, this rod remains is superb original condition throughout. Complete with original bag and brass capped case. Fish with the very best. Where can you find a fish able Payne in this condition for such a affordable price?    E.    $1800.00

 
13137PhilPaceMaker.jpg (45700 bytes)            13137. PHILLIPSON. 8'6". PACEMAKER. 3/2. #5/6. 5 oz. Medium. Black Tenite S/L. Pale Lime Green t/Yellow. Varnished. This early Phillipson is totally reminiscent of a quality grade Granger Special in both appearance and action. The rod appears original throughout except for a shortened tip by 4 inches with a reset tip-top. The short tip also has a hook dig overwrap near the top and there is a small amount of cork missing at the rear of the grip due to the parking of flies there. Both are visible in the photo. The Black Tenite seat dates this lovely performer to the late 1940's when Bill was just getting his own Company rolling. Fitted with a comfortable Full Wells grip and a superb Medium action for a DT5 or WF6 line. The short tip is a tiny bit faster and throws a 6 line really well. The rod is in perfect fishing condition with the original bag and aluminum rod case. Ready to fish and give long-term service with excellent appreciation potential. E. 525.00.

 

          13018. REELWOOD INC.  7'6".    Ruby Series.     2/2. 4/5. 4.15 oz. .Medium. Maple D/L N/S S/L. Ruby Red T/Green. Varnished. Made by rod builder Mike Simcik, who after 25 years of building is retiring this year. This rod is well crafted. It features Nickel Silver hardware and Swiss style ferrules. The medium action is quite easy to cast and forgiving of the occasional goof in timing. The varnish work is excellent and the rod is quite handsome. It appears unused with the plastic still on the grip. It comes with two tips in a cloth bag and aluminum case and will make someone a really lovely intro rod to bamboo. M. $695.00

 
13092Shakes.jpg (33576 bytes)      13092. SHAKESPEARE. 9'0". MODEL TRIUMPH A1305T. 3/2. 6/7. 5 oz. Medium/Fast. Uplocking Spring Loaded reel seat. Olive Green t/White. Varnished. Vintage production Shakespeare in virtually new original condition with the original decals perfectly preserved. One of the decals reads "Goodwear Sporting Goods Co, Brooklyn NY". Unmolested in the original properly labeled ,cloth rod bag only, no case. Needs nothing to fish. Great find. Super collectible. N/M. 195.00.

 
13093Shakes.jpg (34823 bytes)       13093. SHAKESPEARE. 9'0". MODEL TRIUMPH A1305B. 3/2. 7/8. 5-1/4 oz. Medium/Fast. Uplocking Spring Loaded reel seat. Olive Green t/White. Varnished. Vintage production Shakespeare in virtually new original condition with the original decals perfectly preserved. One of the decals reads "Goodwear Sporting Goods Co, Brooklyn NY". Unmolested in the original properly labeled ,cloth rod bag only, no case. Needs nothing to fish. Great find. Super collectible. N/M. 150.00.

 
                       12914. SIMROE - TED W.     7'0".    Model 2703.   2/2. #3. 2.7 oz. Medium. Walnut N/S S/B. Golden Bronze t/Red. Varnished. Clean, simple beauty, and easy casting characteristics in a top quality rod from the Master Rod Builder who brought Leonard back from the disastrous 1960's fire. This just made beauty is suggestive in action of the legendary Leonard Model 38 and will surely not disappoint its buyer in any way. Perfect with a DT3 line. It is a Dark Blonde cane color with golden wraps and the classic Simroe Wood reel seat, just gorgeous. Ted is one of the very few remaining active master builders from the Catskill School and we are honored and delighted to carry his rods. Bright guides, Nickel Silver hardware and ferrules with a bright Cap & Ring reel seat. Cloth bag. Brass capped Aluminum case.   BRAND NEW.    $1450.00.

 

                      12915. SIMROE - TED W.   7'6".    Model 2763.   2/2. #3. 3.2 oz. Medium/Slow. Walnut N/S S/B. Golden Bronze t/Red. Varnished. Clean, simple beauty, and easy casting characteristics in a top quality rod from the Master Rod Builder who brought Leonard back from the disastrous 1960's fire. This just made beauty is suggestive in action of the legendary Leonard Model 39L with its sooo...... gentle Medium/Slow action and will surely not disappoint its buyer in any way. Perfect with a DT3 line. It is a Dark Blonde cane color with golden wraps and the classic Simroe Wood reel seat, just gorgeous. Ted is one of the very few remaining active master builders from the Catskill School and we are honored and delighted to carry his rods. Bright guides, Nickel Silver hardware and ferrules with a bright Cap & Ring reel seat. Cloth bag. Brass capped Aluminum case.    BRAND NEW.   $1450.00.

 

       13042. SIMROE - TED W. 8'0". MODEL 2804. 2/2. #4. 3.75 oz. Medium. Cork U/L S/L. Golden Bronze t/Black. Varnished. Contemporary light line magic from the former Master Rod Builder at the H. L. Leonard Rod Company. This light action beauty is not unlike the revered Leonard Model 40 with an action that is very smooth and delicate and just delightful with a DT4 line. Ted continues to put his efforts into active rod building and we are delighted to offer our customers his rods. Lovely, light Straw colored bamboo. Western Style Grip. Bright ferrules, guides and tip-tops. A lightweight Cork filled bright finish up-locking screw-lock seat puts the reel weight exactly where it belongs to gentle out an already exceptional true medium action fly rod. Cloth bag. Brass Capped case. BRAND NEW. $1450.00

 

13078.jpg (30393 bytes)     13078. SONNLAND -GERMANY. 10'9". BAMBOO SALMON WORMING ROD. 3/1. Med/Heavy.13078b.jpg (61359 bytes) All Cork Dual Ring. Re t/Black w/ Red Intermediates. Varnished. From 1930's, pre-war Germany, comes this Salmon Bait Fishing rod of Split Bamboo. The rod features real Red Agate Guides and tip-top (6 in total) and has been professionally refinished to better than new condition Has a two-handed length grip and Nickeled Brass ferrules and sliding rings. Comes in an original heavy-duty, canvass sack imprinted with "SONNLAND - FAITBOOTBAU - ROSENHEIM, OBERWOHR." on it. (Faitbootbau means folding-boat builder). Very unusual rod type, seldom seen here, showing nice quality and just Perfect with a nice old reel for an impressive wall display. (P.S. The Agate Guides alone are worth this price). M/R. $135.00.

 

         13038. T&T.      7'0".      TTT.     2/2.   #2.   2-1/8 oz.   Medium/Fast. Walnut N/S S/B. Tan t/Cinnamon. Impregnated. An unusual and rare T&T model made to special dealer order with an impregnated finish instead of the more common varnished finish. Very smooth and precise casting rod with a delightfully delicate action for a DT2 line. Although fine tipped and delicate, the rod casts a tight loop and does it with a relatively fast line speed for pin-point accuracy. Fantastic with flies down to 28 and 8X tippets. This magnificent T&T may well be the only TTT Model ever built as an impregnated rod. Like all first line T&T rods it boasts mirror tips and nearly perfect workmanship. Tiger flaming and early 1990's build date put this rod squarely in the Tom Moran/ Tom Dorsey time period. Barely fished and still in nearly new condition.  What a delightful rod!  N/M.     $2950.00

 

                    12997.    T&T.    8'0".    Montana.     2/2. #6. 4-5/8 oz. Medium. Walnut D/L S/L. Tan t/Cinnamon. Varnished. Made about 1985, during T&T's bamboo heyday. A strong, powerful rod with an easy to cast medium action for DT6 line. This rod is the perfect cane rod for Trout or light Bass fishing and bushy dry flies or floating bugs. All of this rods weight is back in the hand and the rod balances perfectly for all day casting. The rod is in 'newish' condition and is guaranteed to please.   N/M.   $2950.00

 
                  12976. TARANSKY - NICHOLAS  A.    6'0".    Monaro MODEL.   Tea Stick PRESENTATION Grade Rod.    2/2. #3/4. 3.5 oz. Fast. Bamboo Dual Ring. Translucent Bronze. Oil Impregnated/Waxed. When Nick Taransky first contacted me about his rods, I was quite impressed by his top quality work and immediately wanted to bring his rods to our US customers. Little did I know, just how much rod building talent was tucked away in his little corner of Australia! He has just sent me this incredibly well done work of art that throws a DT3 or WF4 line a country mile and is only 6 feet long and less than 4 ounces "heavy". Why such a "heavy" rod weight for such a small rod? Look at the handle and reel seat! They are formed out of six strips of bamboo with a pronounced grip swell and put the extra weight right where it belongs, in your hand! Rather than fitting a cork grip and wooden reel seat, a large butt swell was used to form the grip and reel seat. This required double building the butt section of the cane. The under grip and swell area was then hollow fluted before glue-up to retain a light feel of the rod in the hand. The seat was turned down to accommodate slide bands, and flamed/scorched for additional character. The rod was finished with a hexagonal butt plate, and clear wraps to maximize the visibility of the cane beneath. A honey agate stripping guide reflects the flamed color of the bamboo. It is magnificent to look at, but it is even more comfortable and practical than you would ever expect and the rod balances perfectly with a small Hardy Flyweight or Featherweight reel. It is fast and responsive, throws a DT3 line with a 12" loop, exactly where you aimed it! Feels as good as 20 feet as is does at 60.AND weighs LESS than 4 ounces. The Monaro Series is Nick's Best Rod. This rod is built from a single culm of bamboo with MIRROR tips. Fitted with a perfectly formed, six-piece grip and reel seat (all double-built AND hollow-fluted to reduce weight) of bamboo that is actually an extension of the six strips that form the rod butt. The butt cap is oxidized N/S in a hex-shape and I still haven't figured out how he got those two N/S oxidized reel seat rings in place! The ferrules are beautifully oxidized with a bamboo ferrule plug for the female. As if there was not enough detail work lavished on this rod, Nick decided to house it in it's very own slim-diameter, hand made, six-sided wood rod case formed of alternating Jarrah and Spotted Gum strips. This gorgeous piece of work is housed in a cloth outer sack that matches the cloth rod bag within. If you are impressed by top quality work in a totally unique rod, a faster rod action, very tight loops, and significant distance coupled to fine-tipped accuracy, and enjoy the delightful lightweight feel of shorter bamboo fly rods and appreciate a dark flamed bamboo finish, then this is the rod for you! This is a one-of-a-kind rod built to expose as much bamboo to the eye as possible. This rod was made to celebrate Tonkin Cane, or "Tea Stick" Bamboo (as it is known in China) as a rod making material., hence the "Tea Stick" moniker. Sure to prove a wise investment as Nick's reputation for exceptionally fine work continues to reach more and more bamboo fans.   BRAND NEW.    $2295.00.

 

13156taylor.jpg (29311 bytes)           13156. TAYLOR – R. D. 6'9". MODEL 239-3. 2/2. #3. 2-1/2 oz. Medium Semi-Parabolic. Butternut N/S S/B. Dark Golden Bronze t/Red. Varnished . Blond bamboo. Bright ferrules and fittings. Red Agate Stripper. Incredibly well made rod by Bob Taylor, former Leonard and T&T rod maker. What makes this rod dramatically different from the usual Semi- Parabolic action rod is the fineness of tips, more like those found on a delicate actioned dry fly rod. Made with a delicate, yet, full working, medium parabolic action, perfect for a DT3 line, small headwater creeks and tiny flies. These tips will cushion your 8X tippets beautifully! Bob's rods boast Ultra High Grade Work, everywhere, including impeccable wrap and finish work. Hand made soft cloth rod sack and brass capped aluminum rod case. A Value Bargain when comparing price to workmanship. BRAND NEW. 2700.00.

 
13111Thramer.jpg (24242 bytes)                   13111. THRAMER - A. J. - HOLLOWBUILT. 7'0". SIGNATURE SERIES.  HDx Model.    2/2. #4. 3-1/4 oz. Medium Fast.  Kurly Koa N/S S/B. Brown t/Gold. Varnished. This outstanding HDx Series from A.J. has captured everyone's attention and imagination!  The Signature Series of hollow built rods are the ultimate evolution of over 25 years of working with taper designs. These rods boast proprietary tapers designed by A.J. to maximize the advantages of  the Hollowbuilt rod construction. They are a versatile medium/fast progressive action perfectly suited for dry fly and nymph use and will cast short or long as the situation requires, thanks to the unique advantages of Hollowbuilt construction. From tip to butt, these rods have been designed for maximum utility and the best in fishing characteristics. This HDx Model rod is of beautifully flamed cane, oxidized ferrules and hardware over a nicely figured, Tiger Stripe Koa Wood filler. It has a Half Wells grip and is wrapped in Payne colors. Provided in a cloth bag and aluminum rod case. BRAND NEW. 1295.00.

 
13155Thramer.jpg (31105 bytes)        13155. THRAMER - A. J. - HOLLOWBUILT. 7'6". SIGNATURE SERIES. 2/2. #5. 3-1/2 oz. Medium Fast. Kurly Koa N/S S/B. Fiery Brown t/Gold . Varnished. This outstanding HDx Series from A.J. has captured everyone's attention! The Signature Series of hollow built rods are the ultimate evolution of more than 25 years of working with taper designs. These rods boast proprietary tapers designed by A.J. to maximize the advantages of the Hollow-built rod construction. They are a versatile medium/fast progressive action well suited for dry fly and nymph use and will cast short or long as the situation requires, thanks to the unique advantages of Hollow built construction. From tip to butt, these rods have been designed for maximum utility and the best in fishing characteristics. This rod is of beautifully flamed cane, oxidized ferrules and hardware over a nicely figured, Tiger Stripe Koa Wood filler. It has a Half Wells grip and is wrapped in Payne colors. Provided in a cloth bag and aluminum rod case. BRAND NEW. 1295.00.

 
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