horrock&ibbotson

Question
lucky strike with ruby stripper and tip giudes...40.00 yes or no?

Answer
Kelly,
Seems to me you want a quick answer, I am lacking details so I say no.
But value depends on age and condition. a picture or detailed description of the logo/label would allow me to age it.
If it is a 30s rod not 40s and in mint / unused condition then 40 is a decent deal.
It probably is not a 50s rod, again assuming it is a bamboo fly rod.
They are looked down upon by the collecting community and often they are justified. They were sort of mass produced , rather heavy and very slow. They are not going to resale for very much.
A small portion of these rods are decent fishing tools . It is the collector community that decides the prices , please  don't blame the messenger.
I find two books are available at larger libraries to get history and or value:
Antique %26 Collectable Fishing Rods: Identification %26 Value Guide Homel, Dan. 1997 (2nd edition 2000) ,add 30% due to the age of the book.
Bamboo Rod Restoration Handbook -Michael Sinclair
History
H-I
http://mysite.verizon.net/vze2h7gi/fishnbanjossliceoflifeincyberspacecopy/id22.h...


I quote these books written by researchers so you know I am not making it all up, But I include my experience as well.

It has taken me the best part of an hour to write this up , please take a few seconds to provide feedback. Please remember I am a volunteer , the feedback is the only result I get from doing this.

Luck,
Mac

Please provide feedback, nominations are appreciated.