1946-50 SOUTH BEND #47 9′, 3/2 Split Bamboo Fly Rod w/
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1946-50 SOUTH BEND #47 9′, 3/2 Split Bamboo Fly Rod w/ Closing : Aug-20-08 16:00:00 PDT CLICK HERE TO BID! |
Up for auction an Extremely Nice 1946-1950 SOUTH BEND NO.47 9 FT., 3/2 SPLIT BAMBOO FLY ROD WITH THE ORIGINAL LABELED BAG & TUBE. The No.47, first offered in the 1930’s, was one of South Bend’s highest-grade Single Built fly rod models and was rated for Bass & Steelhead. Because this example carries the rectangular “South Bend - Famous For Fishing” rodshaft decal, we know it was built right after WWII until about 1950. Rodshaft is stamped “47 - 9′” on one flat and “HCH or C” on another. The latter is the old line weight designation, equivalent to today’s modern 6 or 7 wt. lines. Comes equipped with adjustable screw-locking reel seat, red & black jasper silk windings, solid cork “Comficient” grip and extra tip section. I’ve included a photo of an earlier, original listing for the No.47 from South Bends’s 1941 catalog. Rod is in solid Very Fine condition, showing only moderate wear and is one of the nicest of these models I’ve handled. Bamboo is perfect, with no splits, cracks or delamination whatsoever. All four sections are the correct equal length and are virtually straight. Appears to have an overcoat of varnish, which remains extremely nice. Rodshaft markings and decal are pristine. All guides, tip tops, winding check, hookkeeper and ferrules are excellent. Ferrules fit tightly, separating with a nice “pop”. Wraps remain solid and complete. Reel seat adjusts perfectly, showing only minimal wear. The solid cork “Comficient” grip looks and feels barely used. Put up in the original, correctly marked South Bend bag, which is in Extra Fine condition. Label is fresh and bright, the bag without any holes or tears whatsoever. All this comes in the original fiber tube, which is in Fine to Very Fine condition. Shows numerous rubs, scratches and some fading, but is solid and complete, with absolutely no dents. Cap screws on tightly and securely. Still carries a virtually complete “Fish And Feel Fit” South Bend paper label, which is also correctly marked for the rod. A very Choice post-war package from the South Bend Bait Co., all original and complete. To be sold with a very modest starting bid and NO RESERVE. Buyer to pay $13.00 for bullet-proof, professional shipping via U.S. Priority Mail. Insurance is optional. Payment must be received within 10 days of auction closure. I accept PayPal, Money Orders and Cashier’s Checks. Check out my other vintage tackle auctions and thanks for looking.