OLD & ANTIQUE FISHING TACKLE


The "Shannon" Salmon Fly Rod

Approx. dimensions:

Either 12ft 9"
or 11ft 11"
according to which top section is used

old cane salmon rod pic photo of old cane flyrod

Description:
Three split cane sections + including two different action top sections
Brass counter and ferrule connections

Case:
Original cloth case.

Manufacturer:
Martin James,   Redditch,   England.

Butt Section:
52" long
24" Cork handle with rubber button attached by alloy cap
Alloy reel seat
2 rings

Signed on Butt section
Martin James,   "Shannon"   Action 3

Mid-section:
Length: 52"
4 rings

Top Sections:

a.) Length 51.5"     5 rings and one agate top ring
b.) Length 42"     4 rings and one agate top ring

Comment:
Very heavy, slow action. I did not enjoy fishing all day with this rod. Too much like hard work Condition: Good.

REFERENCES
This is not antique.   It was probably made either just before or just after WW2. If anyone knows any information about the manufacturer, I'd be pleased to hear from you


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