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H-I Rod Question


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I'm looking to find out how old my H-I fly rod is and it's value.  I read your post on H-I history and the  different decals, but mine didn't match any of the descriptions.  My rod is a two pc. rod and has two different length tips.  The decal near the cork grip is a yellow elongated diamond w/ red H-I and Utica NY under the H-I but in the diamond.  There is a full colored trout to the left and top of the diamond.  Also, there's two words in gold script that say "Tonka Queen"  and a decal that says "Genuine Tonkin Cane".  Would it be possible to put a date and value to the rod?

Thank you for your time,
Jeremy

Answer
Jeremy,
Bamboo Rod Restoration Handbook -Michael Sinclair dates your rod to 1945- 50.Queens were built from the 30s to the 50s.
Value according to Antique & Collectable Fishing Rods:
Identification & Value Guide Homel, Dan. 1997; with an extra tip valued at  $35, 115 and $195 for poor, good, excellent condition respectively.
Your rod has a broken tip so at best it is in good condition.
Good Luck
Mac

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