Question
fishing rod
Hi, have recently acquired a two piece split cane fly rod
by the above in excellent condition, except for some loose whipping, their is a serial number on the handle number 26925
there was no original bag.
I attach a couple of photos and would appreciate any further info you may have or any assistance you can provide.
Regards
Andy.
AnswerAndrew,
Only got one picture of the reel seat and handle, no pictures of the bamboo or threads.
History:
http://fishing.teggin.com/2008/01/jjs-walker-bampton-co-makers-alnwick.html
Internet sources:
Clarks Bamboo Rod Forum - I usually trust this site
http://clarksclassicflyrodforum.yuku.com/reply/110228#.Tq7AA3KwVn0
Your rod is a UK rod. I am a US bamboo fly rod man. But I think I can give you some small direction. It is not in my books or memory. And it seems like I don't know anything but that lack of information tells me that US collectors are not going to know your rod either.
Walker Bampton produced rods for Farlows in the early 1950s.
I doubt if you are going to reach the US collectors market ,I would look into the UK or European market.
Condition- it is not in excellent condition if "some loose whipping," if you mean thread wrapping.
Some places to look for pricing and information:
ebay-UK would be one place to sell it .
Take it to Farlows in London
You can try selling it at the Classic Fly Rod Forum at no cost http://www.classicflyrodforum.com/topic/12529/t/New-Hardy-Rod-s.html
similar forums in the UK are
http://www.cane-rods.mistral.co.uk/
and
http://inthenetuk.com/pages/home.asp
Luck,
Mac
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