I was digging thru a pile of old rods and came across an old fenwick glass blank (mustard color) - Model FL112-9. I assume the FL is for fly. Can anyone confirm that for me?
I haven't built a rod in more than 30 years. I have no idea where or when I picked this up other than it was back in the 70's some time. I know a lot of guys are into fiberglass rods. If it is a fly blank, does it have any value.
I've also attached pictures of an old fly rod from the same pile. No identifiable markings. It is 3 piece, 8' and may be bamboo under a black paint, metal ferrules. It sure feels like a bamboo rod. The first two sections are 6 sided. It has two tip sections and the original cellophane is still on the cork. My guess is it belonged to my Dad or his brother. If so, it probably dates from the 50's or early 60's. I would appreciate if anyone has an idea as to what it is.
Thanks,
Steve
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I haven't built a rod in more than 30 years. I have no idea where or when I picked this up other than it was back in the 70's some time. I know a lot of guys are into fiberglass rods. If it is a fly blank, does it have any value.
I've also attached pictures of an old fly rod from the same pile. No identifiable markings. It is 3 piece, 8' and may be bamboo under a black paint, metal ferrules. It sure feels like a bamboo rod. The first two sections are 6 sided. It has two tip sections and the original cellophane is still on the cork. My guess is it belonged to my Dad or his brother. If so, it probably dates from the 50's or early 60's. I would appreciate if anyone has an idea as to what it is.
Thanks,
Steve
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