Bamboo Fly Fishing Rod
Since 1856, from the legendary days of lancewood to today’s Helios Fly Rods, has made a tradition of crafting and selling quality fly rods made at fair prices. Fly rods made to be fished. No other fly rod builder has been more successful at this than . From Charles F. , the founder himself, to legends such as Wes Jordan, Howard Steere, and today’s Ron White, has invested in fly rod builders revered for their knowledge, craftsmanship and vision. With such a longstanding history, there are countless bamboo fly rods out there, and countless bamboo rod owners, like yourself, who wish to know more about these fly rods, their history and value, and the best ways to care for, maintain, and, most importantly, to fish these prized rods.
So we made this resource for you, the bamboo fly rod owner, in an attempt to answer your many questions regarding your cherished bamboo rod — search the history of your bamboo fly rod, learn what modern fly lines are appropriate for it, where to obtain an appraisal, how best to care for it, and much more.
The ranks of fly fishermen are filled more every day by men and women who have always fished graphite rods and don't know how to care for bamboo fly rods like their grandfathers did. Ron White has been building bamboo fly rods for since 1968. Below are some tips that Whitey, as we here at know him, offers on the care and maintenance of these beautiful cane fly fishing rods.
Payne Model 100 Bamboo Fly Rod 7'6
Denatured alcohol or lighter fluid on a cotton ball can do the trick (just don't get it on the varnish!), but Whitey uses Vaseline petroleum jelly. He smears a bit on the male ferrule and slides it in and out of the female ferrule. He cautions not to use too much, but says that the Vaseline loosens dirt well. Clean all the Vaseline and loosened dirt away with a Q-tip. For heavily oxidized ferrules, Whitey recommends sending the fly rod to a qualified repair specialist like himself. Fine grit sandpaper, steel wool or a buffing wheel can do the trick, but it's important to remember that wearing away too much of the ferrule can ruin proper fit.
Be sure to wipe your fly rod dry and clean with a soft cloth before you put it away. To store the rod, separate the pieces and keep them in the rod sack inside a protective rod tube. Keep the fly rod away from extremes of heat and humidity (stay away from hot attics and cold, damp basements). Standing the fly-rod tube vertically (not leaning against a wall at an angle) or laying the rod tube horizontally to store is best.
Bamboo fly rods are more than just fishing tools; they are true pieces of art. Wiping them clean is the most important step in keeping them beautiful, but to bring out the best shine and luster, polish the fly rod with a furniture polish and a soft cloth. Whitey prefers a paste style polish for the job.
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There are lots of personal opinions on how best to clean the cork grips on fly rods. Some people use dish soap, some toothpaste, some household cleaner with bleach. All of these can work, but Whitey recommends that you use extreme caution in cleaning the grip that you don't accidentally take out pieces of cork. Fine grit (200) sandpaper can also do the job, but is best used by a trained repair expert.
Bamboo fly rods can be true garage sale treasures, but there are a few things, according to Whitey, that you should look at in inspecting a fly rod. Check the condition of guides and ferrules. Make sure that the ferrules fit well. Check the grip for missing chunks and dried, crumbling cork. Be sure to check the bamboo itself as well. Check for cracks and separated sections.
Deciphering the old line weight classifications is easy. To determine the fly line weight for which the bamboo fly rod was designed, simply look at the middle letter. This letter dictates the line weight. For instance, a D means 6 wt. The first and last letter determine whether the rod is recommended for use with a Double Taper or Weight Forward fly line. If the first and last letter are the same, a Double Taper fly line is in order. If the letters are different, a Weight Forward fly line is best. An HDH then would be a Double Taper 6 weight, while a Weight Forward 6 weight might rather be labeled as HDG.
Antique English Bamboo Fly Fishing Rod With Reel, Circa 1920''s At 1stdibs
This is a question we hear a lot, and it can be a very difficult one to answer. The used bamboo fly fishing rod market, like many markets, is a subjective one. While most people might consider a certain rod to be worth $600, to the fisherman who grew up fishing that same model and for whom it holds sentimental value, the worth may be far greater. However, some fly rods tend to carry more value than others, and a knowledgeable appraiser can give a fair estimate.
Does not provide a rod appraisal or buyback program, but we are pleased to recommend the following reputable vintage tackle dealers who do.
The R serial number rods were from one of a couple sources. From time to time, especially during the 60’s and 70’s, bamboo fly rods would be built specifically for special sales at our store in Manchester. These rods were typically built from overstocked bamboo blanks or blanks with watermarks that were a bit more evident than was preferred in normal rod production. Some of the “R” rods were reconditioned from rods returned to the rod factory.
Oyster Bamboo Fly Rods
There were also some rods marked “S”. These were rods built specifically for our schools. Neither the “R” nor the “S” numbered rods are recorded in our records.
Born in Manchester, VT in 1831, Charles F. was the fourth of seven children of Electa and Levi . The Battenkill Valley was still haunted by tale-telling soldiers of the Revolutionary War then, and surrounded by deep and wild woods. Charles, like many rural boys, developed a sense of self-reliance and a passion for field sports, particularly trout fishing:
“I remember well my first trout; I remember as well, the first fine rod and tackle I ever saw, and the genial old man who handled them. I had thought I knew how to fish with a fly; but when I saw my old friend step into the stream and make a cast, I just wound that line of mine right around the “pole” I has supposed was just right, and I followed an artist. (I never used that “pole” again). I devote my time that afternoon to what to me was a revelation, and the quiet, cordial way in which the old gentleman accepted my admiration, and the pleasure he evidently took in lending me a rod until I could get one, is one of the pleasant things I shall always retain in memory.”
Scott Bamboo Fly Rods
Unlike many other children, however, Charles adopted a keen inventiveness and an astute business acumen. By the age of twenty he was skilled with hand and machine tools and had mastered the basics of mechanical engineering, and designing and building rods for himself and friends.
In the 1850s, both Charles and his brother, Franklin, became immersed in the tourist trade. Charles and his brother both saw Manchester as a tourist destination, though many other locals scoffed at such a vision.
Here, was keeping his options open; he recognized the limitations of hard rubber and specified rubber plates were to be strengthened with “hollow embracing metal bands” around their outside edge. No rubber model is known to exist today, or to have ever existed. So we are left to wonder if the rubber version ever made it from original concept. Perhaps went straight to metal for his prototype, or perhaps, one day, a hard rubber model will surface from history.
Vintage Sila Flex Fly Fishing Casting Rod 8 Ft. Featherweight
Another rarity (and aluminum models were rare enough) has not yet passed through the Museum of American Fly Fishing’s workroom, and that is the “Heavy Gold Plate” model advertised for $10.00 as “For Prizes” in Forest and Stream in 1876. Such reels were advertised in the catalog, as well, so it seems likely a few exist. The standard model is stunning; the gold-plated model must be magnificent.
Though the reel was a great success, other attempts at innovation were not. One such effort was when Charles attempted to produce his own silkworm gut for fly leaders. He acquired cocoons of American moths, primarily from Spanish and Chinese suppliers, and raised them. But he found the resultant material completely unsatisfactory. He wrote up his failure in Forest and Stream and was applauded by his contemporaries for his efforts.
As hard as he searched for better products, and as fine as some were, it was his understanding of the angling market that made him a success. Unlike his contemporaries he did not advertise often in the
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