montague flyrods

Question
Dear Mr. McGaughey i was recently given 2 montague flyrods both in fair to good condition with the cases, one being a clear lake model and the other being a sunbeam.  I dont have any history on these rods or any idea of what the value might be, when the family give them to me they really didnt have any idea either.  If you could give me an idea i would greatly appreciate it, that way when i do find a buyer i know about what they actually  might be worth.

Answer
Michael,
Montagues  are looked down upon by the collecting community and often they are justified. They were mass produced , rather heavy and very slow. They are not going to resale for very much.
I find two books are available at larger libraries to get history and or value:
Antique & Collectable Fishing Rods: Identification & Value Guide Homel, Dan. 1997
Bamboo Rod Restoration Handbook -Michael Sinclair
A website with historical type information:
http://mysite.verizon.net/vze2h7gi/fishnbanjossliceoflifeincyberspacecopy/id22.h...
Homel says the following about your rods
Model
Condition Poor-fair   Good=Very Good   Excellent=Mint
Sunbeam     $20              $60            $115
9' 3 sections 2 tips

Clear Lake model is not mentioned in Homel which  means it has little or no resale value . In Sinclair it was first built in the 40s. It was one of the cheaper rods continuing until the 1952.
Good Luck
Mac