Posts Tagged ‘bamboo fly rod’

I just bought a bamboo fly rod. I don’t want to put silk line on it for several reasons.I found a modern fly line with the same quality’s as silk with out the hassle,but it’s not for sale anywhere. I even looked at the Cortland company store, no dice. can someone tell me where to look for it because I’m at a loss.

I’m trying to track down a bamboo fly rod mfg by horrocks ibbotson. I know they’re not the most desirable rods but I have ties to the company. I’ve tried ebay but a lot of time it’s people unloading junk. The condition is important but not the only thing. I’m looking for either the President or Chancellor model from circa 1920-30. These rods had the silver reel seat with the utica emblem engraved in it. Any leads on this would be greatly appreciated.

I have a very old bamboo fly rod that was my great grandfather’s. It has red banding around the eyes. The eyes are different than any i have seen before, being that they are loose rings that are wired to the rod itself. There are no markings on it whatsoever. It is 11 feet long and in a form fitted green case that has leather bands to hold the rod in place. It is 3 sections and breaks down to 45 inches. Extra end section too. any info would be great.

i have an 8’6" daiwa bamboo fly rod w/cloth bag and alum. rod tube and would like some info about it.