First of 4

Here is the first of 4 rods I am restoring for a flyfisher who inherited the rods. I made a snap judgement when I first saw the rod due to the wrapping - I generally see this rainbow thread on low quality rods, but this is a very good taper and good bamboo.  The garnet thread blended in very nicely with the ferrules, a very attractive rod once redone.

 

South Bend Bamboo

Here's a basic rod I did for a client.  A entry-level model produced in the last years of bamboo rods.  It was splintered in the middle of the tip section and male ferrule of the tip was missing as well.  I was able to repair but it kept a slight set.  Luckily, it will just be for display.  I'm not sure why the before pictures went to portrait orientation, but you can see the difference.  I have always liked the color of South Bend's flamed (?) cane.