My "Old Rod"

Gear & Reviews
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JC’s article inspired me to dig out a rod given to me about 20 years ago. It’s a 3 piece with two tips. Only markings on it are “Gateway Deluxe” in gold script. Looks like it’s been refinished (not a world-class job), but overall, is in pretty good shape.

Unfortunately, both tip tops and a couple of ferrules are loose.

Hate to break it - but I’d like to fish it just the same.

So, opinions - should I glue it and ‘fish’ it or relegate it to it’s tube as a keep sake?

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I’d say get some ferrule cement, glue it back up and fish it as often as possible. Afterall, that’s what it was made for, right?

Joe Martin
Salem, OR

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Oh, and you may want to throw on a coat of varnish as well.

Joe Martin
Salem, OR