Re: {Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Bamboo Rod

Good call on the Medalist. They are perfect for cane. Look for one made in the 60's or earlier. A #1494 or 1495. They look and sound just right.

Bob Smith

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On Nov 12, 2014, at 5:29 PM, alan burrows <aburrows53@gmail.com> wrote:

Bryan, I am new to the forum so sorry I am late in responding.  The HEH line was the silk fly line rating that most closely matches a 5 weight double tapered line.  I would test cast the rod with both a 4 weight and 5 weight weight forward line and see which feels best.  I am guessing 4.  You may find that modern fly reels are a bit light to balance that rod.  An older Medalist is often a good and affordable balance.  All the bamboo fly rods I have ever cast are anything but fast.  They are also full flex, and there is no other rod that will give you the same feel with a fish on the line.  This should be a great rod for trout, pan fish or anything else you would hunt with a 4 weight.  Enjoy it!

On Monday, October 13, 2014 11:42:41 AM UTC-4, Bryan wrote:

The ferrules are tight, the wraps look original but pristine ( would someone take the trouble of re-wrapping a production rod to match the factory?), the varnish is excellent and the rod is straight. According to Orvis the HEH indicates a 5 wt. double taper line. The reel seat is good. The only thing that shows any wear is the cork. It has the square South Bend label which indicates post WWII. I'm anxious to get a reel and line and go try it out. I'm guessing the Dry Fly designation is a mid flex. Is that correct?

On Mon, Oct 13, 2014 at 11:18 AM, 'Bob Smith' via Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders <tidal-potoma...@googlegroups.com> wrote:

If it is in good shape you got a deal. South Bend made some very good cane rods. I have a couple dozen of them.
South Bend made really good "blue collar" cane rods so if your rod is in good shape- varnish , wraps, ferrules and straightness- you got a deal.

If you google the rod you'll probably come up with some info or I can fill you in with particulars when I get home from work.

The most important thing you need to know now is that The ferrule cement is liable to be brittle. When you have the rod assemble flex it gently with your fingertips at the joints and feel for movement. If there is any do not cast the rod. Bad things can happen. Even if they feel tight, with a rod that old they'll probably loosen up with use. The cement can usually be reconstituted or it can be refurbished.

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