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Split Cane Trout Fly Rod Unbranded 3 Piece + Spare Tip 10’ with Carrier & Bag
Split Cane Trout Fly Rod Unbranded 3 Piece + Spare Tip 10’ with Carrier & Bag Vintage and used yet still in good condition. The shaft is in good order with only minor deviations from straight. The handle and fittings are in good condition. The eyes and whipping are in good condition except for one displaced eye on one of the top sections.(see photo) The rod can obviously still be used using the other top section. The carrier is unusual and useful for housing the rod. The bag is in poor condition but included because it is marginally better than nothing.

Greenheart Sea Rod ROBERTSON of GLASGOW 6’ 6” 2 Piece Light Boat & Pier Antique
Antique Greenheart Sea Rod H STORK? 6’ 6” 2 Piece Light Boat & Pier The rod has a stork logo on the reel fitting indicating that that it is made by Robertson of Glasgow. Antique but still in good condition. The shaft is straight and all the fittings eyes and whipping are in good order except for a small area of whipping on the bottom eye that would benefit from attention (see photo)

fly fishing beginners aid to easy fly-tying horace kippax hard cover book No DJ
A good copy and above average condition for its age.

Split Cane Trout Fly Rod EDGAR SEALEY OCTOFLY 3 Piece 9’ with Bag Vintage

Vintage Shakespeare Bamboo Fly Fishing Rod 9'0"
Logo indicates this is a pre World War II model likely from the 1930’s. Rod has a 3 1/4” Bakelite reel seat with a sliding ring and fixed hood. 5 1/2” tapered specie cork grip with a nickel silver winding check.

Vintage Shakespeare Wonderod Spin Fishing Rod SP-A500 6'6"
Model #SP-A500. The rod is 6’6” in length and weighs 4.8 oz. KWIK-Taper design from Shakespeare’s Professional Series. test and lure weights 1/4-5/8 oz. Rod dates to 1966-67. 5 1/4” specie cork rear grip with a maroon aluminum butt cap.

Vintage Shakespeare Ugly Stick Spin Fishing Rod SP1102 5'10"
Model SP1102. The rod is two piece design and 5’10” in length. Rod weighs 6.45 oz. Rod dates to the early 1980’s. 5 1/2” black foam rear grip with a black aluminum butt cap and a black rubber butt plug.

Vintage Von Lengerke & Antoine Bait Casting Rod 6'0"
Not sure of the date of this model but certainly approaching 100 years of age. 6” cross cut cork over wrap on a wood handle. 4 1/2” sliding hood nickel silver reel seat and collet hood. There are four (4) nickel silver trumpet style guides and a nickel silver red eye insert tip top.

Bruce And Walker Float Fishing Rod XLS 12 Glass 12ft 3 Piece Vintage
A hand built glass Bruce and Walker XLS 12 3 piece float fishing rod. This is in excellent condition, the whipping, cork and eyes are very good.

Greenheart Trout Fly Rod Unbranded 3 Piece + Alternate Tip 9’/ 9’8” with Bag
Greenheart Trout Fly Rod Unbranded 3 Piece 9’ 8” or 9’ with alternate tip section’ long with Bag Vintage, possibly antique, and used yet still in generally good condition. The shaft has only minor deviations from straight. The longer upper section has possible evidence of a historic repair. (See photo) The handle, fittings, eyes and whipping are in good condition. The bag is unbranded, has four pockets and is in good condition.

Hardy Fibalite Perfection Fly Rod 3 Piece 10' 3" #6 Vintage with Bag
Based on typical specifications for the 10' 3" model:Length: 10' 3" (approx. Material: Fibalite brown hollow fiberglass. History: Considered by many to be one of the best glass rods Hardy ever produced. ).

Shakespeare Graphite SP1018 Spinning Rod 6'6" Medium Light 2 Pc Made USA
• Shakespeare Graphite SP1018 spinning rod. Blank indicates 96% graphite construction and Made in USA. shakespeare sp1018 two piece rod. classic shakespeare graphite rod. shakespeare graphite fishing rod usa.

Vintage Garcia Companion Fly Fishing Rod #2536 7’10”
Model #2536. The rod is 7’10” in length and weigh 3.95 oz. Dry fly action by design the rod will handle 5-6 weight fly lines. Rod has a 3 3/4” gold anodized aluminum sliding hood ring locking fly reel seat.

Glass Lite 4-040 Casting Rod & 923C Baitcast Reel Combo Right Hand Cork
This is a collectors piece for someone that has old fishing stuff. Will take offers. You won’t find another pole like it.

Split Cane Trout Fly Rod CAMBRIAN FLY FISHERS of WALES 3 Piece 9’ Vintage
Split Cane Trout Fly Rod CAMBRIAN FLY FISHERS of WALES 3 Piece 9’ with Bag Vintage, used and still in good condition. The shaft has only minor deviations from straight and with only minor cosmetic scuffs from use. The handle has a couple of small areas of damage to the cork but nothing to affect use (see photos). The fittings, eyes and whipping are all in good condition. The canvas bag is unbranded, has only one pocket and is in decent condition.

Split Cane Trout Fly Rod GEO PANTON & SON GLASGOW TEMPUS 10’ 6” 3 Piece Vintage
Split Cane Trout Fly Rod GEO PANTON & SON GLASGOW TEMPUS 10’ 6” 3 Piece Vintage Vintage and used so not pristine but still in good condition. The shaft is straight with only very minor scuffs from use. The handle, fittings, eyes and whipping are all in good order. The bag is 3 pocket, unbranded, probably not the original but in good condition.

Greenheart Trout Fly Rod UNBRANDED 11’ 3 Piece Antique with Bag
Greenheart Fly Rod UNBRANDED 11’ 3 Piece with Bag Antique and used but still in very good condition. The shaft is straight and true. Some minor cosmetic scuffs and scrapes on the shaft and fittings but not to affect operation. The fittings eyes and whipping are all in decent order. The bag is branded MILBRO so is not the original but is in good condition.

Hollow Fibreglass Spinning Rod KASSNAR SAPPHIRE 2 Piece 7’ wt 1/2 - 1 oz & Bag
Hollow Fibreglass Spinning Rod KASSNAR SAPPHIRE FM1056 2 Piece 7’ lure wt 1/2 - 1 oz with Bag Vintage and used but still in very good condition. The shaft, handle, ferrules, eyes and whipping are in good order. The bag is unbranded, has two pockets, and is in good condition.

VINTAGE HARDY FLY FISHING ROD PALAKONA FEATHERWEIGHT PERFECTION 9ft SPARE TIP
All as per the photographs, & title. Made of split cane with brass pin locking ferrules, all working well and a good tight fit, no play or bad wear.

Martinez & Bird Windrush 7ft Split Cane Fly Fishing Rod Superb! Trout Dace Chub
A lovely Martinez and Bird Ltd (Redditch), Windrush 7ft two piece split cane fly fishing rod. Sections are nice and straight and fit together snuggly. Very clean full cork handle grip. Calculations suggest a line weight of #6-7.

Split Cane Sea Rod ALEX MARTIN 6’ 2 Piece Pier Light Boat

Split Cane Trout Fly Rod WALLACE & KERR of EDINBURGH 9’ 3 Piece + Spare Tip
The shaft is quite straight except the top sections have minor deviations. One of the top sections is smaller than the other and the top ring has mismatched whipping suggesting that this section may have been historically repaired.

Solid Fibreglass Spinning Rod GLENIFFER RODS of PAISLEY 2 Piece 7’ Vintage
Solid Fibreglass Spinning Rod GLENIFFER RODS of PAISLEY 2 Piece 7’ Vintage and used but still in good condition. The shaft is straight and in good condition. The handle has minor damage by the reel seat and faded writing on the bottom section. The fittings and eyes are in good condition. The whipping is in generally good order except for some minor scuffs in a couple of places. The bag is unbranded, has two pockets and looks to be the original.

VINTAGE RODDY HUNTER 8 FOOT 2 INCH, 10 TO 25 POUND RATED SURF/SPINNING ROD L@@KE
Blank: Roddy Hunter fiberglass. Model: Roddy Hunter. Great for casting long distances with a length of over 8 feet long. Rod Pieces: 2. Condition: Pre-Owned, rated an 8 on a scale from 1 to 10. The grading is done objectively, so can vary from one person to another.

Split Cane Trout Fly Rod Unbranded 3 Piece 10’ 6” Vintage
Split Cane Trout Fly Rod Unbranded 3 Piece 10’ 6” There is no indication of line weight on the rod itself but it appears to be about a #7. Vintage and used but still in good condition. Shaft has only minor deviations from straight and minor cosmetic scuffs from use. The handle, fittings, eyes and whipping are all in good order.

Split Cane Fly Rod TROSSACHS ROD BUILDING CO THE CAMPBELL 9’ 6” 3 Pce with Bag

Split Cane Trout Fly Rod Unbranded 8’ 9” 3 Piece & Bag Vintage
Split Cane Trout Fly Rod Unbranded 8’ 9” 3 Piece & Bag Vintage Vintage and used so not pristine but still in good condition. The shaft and fittings have some cosmetic scuff marks but not to affect operation. The shaft is quite straight except the top two sections have minor deviations. The handle, eyes and whipping are in good order. The bag has four pockets, is unbranded, and has holes particularly at the bottom but also along its length.

Daiwa Wilderness 9663 Carbon Trout Fly Rod 3 Piece 9' 6" #6 with Bag & Hard Case
The Daiwa Wilderness 9663 is a 3-piece, 9'6" carbon fly rod rated for a #6 line. Used yet still in good condition. The cork handle has a small piece missing (see photo) from the bottom edge and is in otherwise good condition.

Antique Greenheart Trout Fly Rod Unbranded 3 Piece 9’ with Bag
Antique Greenheart Trout Fly Rod by an unknown maker 3 Piece 9’ with Bag Antique and used yet still in good condition. The shaft is in good condition for its age, relatively free of scuffs and scratches though the top section does have a slight deviation from straight and true. The handle is in good condition but would benefit from a reapplication of the varnish over scuffs on the reel seat. The top and bottom eyes are lined with what appears to be red agate and it and the other eyes and whipping are in good order. The bag is unbranded, looks to be the original with three pockets and is in good condition except for one small hole

Split Cane Trout Fly Rod Unbranded 3 Piece 9’ 6” Vintage with Bag
Split Cane Trout Fly Rod Unbranded 3 Piece 9’ 6” Vintage with Bag The bag is branded Edgar Sealey so the rod might be the same. Vintage and used so not pristine but still in good condition. The shaft has only minor deviations from straight. Some scuffs on the shaft from use but nothing to affect operation. The handle, fittings, eyes and whipping are all in good order. The top section is shorter than the other two but there is no evidence of a historic repair so it appears that this was part of the original design. The bag is unbranded and is in good condition.

Sage Ds990 Line9 Length 9.0” Fly Fishing Rod
Sage Ds990 Line9 Length 9.0” Fishing Rod. Condition is Used. Shipped with USPS Ground Advantage.

VINTAGE HARDY'S SPLIT CANE FISHING ROD ENGLAND COLLECTIBLE
Yes we can combine all orders usually £2 a extra item.

Split Cane Trout Fly Rod P D Malloch The Crusader 3 Piece 9’ 6” #6-7 with Bag
Split Cane Trout Fly Rod P D Malloch The Crusader 3 Piece 9’ 6” #6-7 with Bag Still in very good condition. The shaft is straight and true and the varnish is in good condition. The handle, fittings, eyes and whipping are all in good order. The bag is unbranded, has three pockets and is in good condition.

Vintage 1980s SHAKESPEAR "Wonder Rod" Ugly Stik Spinning Rod - Made in USA 5 ft
In very good all around condition and livery still in good shape also. Took plenty of HD photos so that you can see the item in detail.

Herters Inc. England Bamboo Fly Fishing Rod
Herters Inc. Made in England Bamboo Fly Fishing Rod with tube and sock. I dont see any other markings it is a 2 piece rod my guess around 5 weight in beautiful condition Butt Section measure 48-3/4 tip measures 48-1/2 Note: Shipping will be at my exact rate and if at all will be billed after receiving order with ship to address. PLEASE use pics for best description. Please Note I am not an expert of Bamboo fly rods or vintage reels these that I am listing were part of a collection. Please ask questions and I will do my best to answer.

Daiwa Carbon Jaguar Multi Quiver 10' Leger Fishing Rod 3 Tips Roach Bream Tench
A superb Daiwa Jaguar Multi Quiver 10' fishing rod. Full clean cork handle with sliding ring reel locks. The rod is in superb condition, as seen in the pictures. A very versatile leger rod for still or running waters.

Martinez & Bird Ltd 7' Juno Heavy Split Cane Spinning Fishing Rod
A lovely Martinez & Bird Ltd (Redditch) 'Juno Heavy' split cane spinning fishing rod. Two piece 7ft. Sections are nice and straight and fit together snuggly. Very clean full cork handle (smoothed in places) with sliding ring reel locks.The rod is in beautiful condition, as seen in the pictures.

Vintage Wright & McGill Trailmaster 6' 9' M6TMU 6 pc Spin or Fly Rod Line size 7
Excellent Lightly Used Condition. 6'9" when assembled (maybe a hair longer). The individiual piece break down to approx. It weighs approx. 6.8 ounces.

Vintage Lee of Redditch 2 Piece Fishing Rod & Bag
The Vintage Lee of Redditch 2 Piece Fishing Rod is a classic piece of sporting equipment perfect for fishing enthusiasts. Made with a high-quality cane shaft, this rod is sturdy and durable for a reliable fishing experience. The set includes a bag for easy transportation and storage, making it convenient for anglers to carry their gear while out on the water. With its vintage charm, this fishing rod is a timeless piece for any fishing enthusiast's collection.

Split Cane Trout Fly Rod Unbranded 9’ 6” 3 Piece with Bag
Split Cane Trout Fly Rod Unbranded 9’ 6” 3 Piece with Bag Vintage and used so not pristine but still in good condition. Some cosmetic scuffs on the shaft varnish and on the reel seat. The shaft has a slight bend in the top section. The whipping is generally good but a piece of the decorative whipping and an area around the hook holder would benefit from attention (see photos). The eyes are in good order. The butt cap has a couple of small superficial cracks. The bag is unbranded and in good condition.