Extremely RARE* 1927-29 HEDDON #42 6′ 2″ Split Bamboo
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Extremely RARE* 1927-29 HEDDON #42 6' 2" Split Bamboo
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It's my pleasure to offer at auction an Exceedingly Rare and Historically Important 1927-1929 HEDDON NO.42 6 FT., 2 IN. ONE-PIECE SPLIT BAMBOO "LIGHT TACKLE" SALT WATER ROD WITH DETACHABLE HANDLE. These earliest of Heddon salt water models are simply never seen, as very few were initially produced and fewer yet have survived. The first of it's kind I've ever seen. This rod is historically significant, as it represents James Heddon's Sons' first entry into the lucrative salt water rod market. One of three First Series models, the other two being the heavier No.40 and No.44, the No.42 was first offered in 1927 and would sell continuously, in one form or another, up until WWII. Because this example has the rattan-wound grip and foregrip, we know it was buillt from 1927 to 1929. After 1929, the No.42 came equipped with solid walnut grip, with either a foregrip on the butt section or none at all. Made from Heddon's highest-quality Tempered Tonkin cane and equipped with full agate guides & tip top, black & red silk windings, closely wound with no less than 46 intermediates the length of the rod, "Hold-Tite" screw-locking reel seat and rattan-wrapped grip & foregrip(which is on the tip section). Detachable handle measures 14", while the tip section is the standard 5 ft. Rodshaft carries the "Heddon" bass decal, while the reel seat is stamped with the correct "HEDDON'S MADE IN U.S.A. PATENTED". I've added a photo of the original listing from Heddon's 1927 catalog. This beauty is in Very Fine+ to Extra Fine condition, the finest you're likely to see. Shows only extremely light wear and evidence of use. Luckily, it appears it was never used in salt water, as there is absolutely no corrosion to the hardware, which looks as pristine as the day it was built. Bamboo is Perfect, with no splits, cracks or delamination whatsoever. Tip section does show a moderate set. Appears to have been revarnished and partially rewrapped. Guide, intermediate and signature wraps are all solid & complete. Bass decal is about 90% complete. All guides, tip top, ferrule, wound-over winding check and buttcap are Excellent. Reel seat adjusts perfectly, showing virtually no wear. The original rattan on both the grip and foregrip are in absolutely Pristine condition. An extremely rare and beautiful example of these elusive models and one that would enhance even the most advanced Heddon bamboo collection. To be offered in true auction format, with a very modest starting bid and NO RESERVE. Buyer to pay $14.00 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. Thank you for your time and good luck.
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