*SCARCE* 1916 HEDDON #4 5-1/2′, 2/2 Split Bamboo Bait
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*SCARCE* 1916 HEDDON #4 5-1/2', 2/2 Split Bamboo Bait Closing : Aug-27-08 16:00:00 PDT CLICK HERE TO BID! |
It's my pleasure to offer at auction an Extremely Nice and Very Scarce 1916 HEDDON NO.4 5-1/2 FT., 2/2 SPLIT BAMBOO BAIT CASTING ROD WITH CLOTH BAG. First offered by Heddon in 1910, the No.4 was completely redesigned in 1916 to include a cork foregrip with the straight handle, a design that would last until 1929. It would go on to sell, by then known as the "Chieftan", through 1952, an incredible 42-year run. Because this example is equipped with first agate guides, agate tip tops and all-metal second guides, we know it could only have been built in 1916. That was the only year the No.4, with the extra tip section, had that particular guide configeration. I've included a photo of the original listing from page 9 of Heddon's 1916 catalog. This model comes equipped with extra tip section, genuine agate guides & tip tops, silk windings, knurled hardware throughout, solid cork grip & foregrip made of delicate 1/16" cork rings, reel seat with Heddon locking band and attatched trigger and "Dowagiac" Bass rodshaft decal. Reel seat carries the early stamped "HEDDON'S DOWAGIAC - Pat. Dec 1, '08" rod & reel logo. Rod is in Very Fine++ condition, showing only light wear for this early model. Certainly one of the nicer No.4 models from this early period that I've handled. Bamboo is Perfect, with no splits, cracks or delamination whatsoever. All sections are the correct length, with one tip section having only a very faint set. Varnish is just starting to show some crazing, but remains very nice. All silk wraps are solid & complete and rod has no doubt been at least partially rewrapped at some point, though done to original wrap specs. The Bass decal is over 95% complete, with colors still fresh and bright. All guides, tip tops, ferrules, winding check and buttcap are excellent. Reel seat works perfectly, showing little wear for these. Solid cork grip and foregrip are in pristine condition. Put up in 3-sectioned cloth bag, which is also in Very Fine+ condition, with no holes or tears whatsoever. The No.4 was never offered with a tube. A very lovely and scarce, one-year model from James Heddon's Sons. These WWI-era rods from Heddon are showing up less and less frequently, especially in this nice of condition. To be sold in true auction format, with a very modest starting bid and NO RESERVE. Buyer to pay $12.00 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. Thanks for your time and good luck.
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