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Post by JM on Jul 8, 2024 11:49:27 GMT -5
I have a couple of 70's era Fenwick fishing rods that I'm attempting to locate information on.
They are not Fly rods.
Anyone know of any forums or informational links I could look at?
Thank you.
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Post by bushog on Jul 9, 2024 18:28:44 GMT -5
I have a couple of 70's era Fenwick fishing rods that I'm attempting to locate information on. They are not Fly rods. Anyone know of any forums or informational links I could look at? Thank you. Fiberglass Flyrodders Forum is a great place…good folks |
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Post by bula on Jul 9, 2024 20:31:49 GMT -5
I do not have a link. Just convey that fiberglass is getting popular again, to a small extent. Recreations and next gen stuff being sold. Eagle Claw, and maybe Heddon, likely Fenwick too. Keep your fingers crossed, luck.
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Post by bushog on Jul 9, 2024 22:09:09 GMT -5
The fiberglass fad is ebbing…. I went down the rabbit hole with the boutique makers, some of who were/are Japanese. Went to multiple fiberglass claves from Wisconsin to NC.
I bet I have 20+ custom glass rods and I’d bet 50 blanks hand rolled by various makers. It was worse than revolvers….
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Post by mike454 on Jul 9, 2024 22:49:00 GMT -5
The fiberglass fad is ebbing…. I went down the rabbit hole with the boutique makers, some of who were/are Japanese. Went to multiple fiberglass claves from Wisconsin to NC. I bet I have 20+ custom glass rods and I’d bet 50 blanks hand rolled by various makers. It was worse than revolvers…. Don't say any more. I've been able to content myself with graphite and off the shelf reels    |
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Post by bushog on Jul 9, 2024 23:01:35 GMT -5
That’s not a shabby reel….Hardy rod too? Me thinks so….
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Post by mike454 on Jul 9, 2024 23:03:25 GMT -5
Good eye! Hardy Ultralite 4wt
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Post by squawberryman on Jul 10, 2024 3:15:47 GMT -5
"Does anyone collect fishing gear?" he says. If by collecting you mean trading hard earned dollars for expensive equipment that makes you curse, then yes, I am a collector.  |
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Post by JM on Jul 10, 2024 10:20:52 GMT -5
Attempted to register with the Fiberglass Flyrod Forum, but was unsuccessful. Not sure why, suspect it may not like my e-mail address.
Here is my post on another fishing forum:
I recently purchased 2 Fenwick rods from an estate sale & I'm seeking information on them.
First is: FS61 followed by: S (can't read first digit)05987
Second is: FS86 followed by: L 189658
They appear to be in fairly good shape with some garage storage marks.
Interested in advice on period correct Reels to complete them.
Thank you.
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Post by sharps4590 on Jul 10, 2024 11:28:51 GMT -5
Well....yeah, when I could still wade the spring creeks. Kinda got off into the grass....literally. My vice was bamboo rods, silk lines and old single action reels. I built a couple, rebuilt/restored several and bought too many. Maybe when I get this knee replaced I'll give it a whirl again.
There is a bamboo rod site that had a pretty good glass representation but I can't find it now.
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Post by mike454 on Jul 10, 2024 12:07:54 GMT -5
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Post by squawberryman on Jul 10, 2024 14:34:20 GMT -5
Okay I'll ask, is there a grail of flyrods? I ain't swingin' a hook around my head.
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Post by bushog on Jul 10, 2024 14:46:55 GMT -5
Those rods are worth about $75 each. A Pfleuger medalist would be the perfect period reel that could easily have been purchased with the rod at a sporting goods store in the 70s-80s.
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Post by JM on Jul 10, 2024 15:39:12 GMT -5
Those rods are worth about $75 each. A Pfleuger medalist would be the perfect period reel that could easily have been purchased with the rod at a sporting goods store in the 70s-80s. Are they considered Fly Rods? I thought they were spinning reel type. |
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Post by bushog on Jul 10, 2024 18:03:05 GMT -5
Those rods are worth about $75 each. A Pfleuger medalist would be the perfect period reel that could easily have been purchased with the rod at a sporting goods store in the 70s-80s. Are they considered Fly Rods? I thought they were spinning reel type. Sorry, not paying attention. Spinning rods might be worth a little less. Depending on size a Mitchell 300 or 410 might be good matches. They should give suggested line/lure weight on the rod shaft. |
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