I have two bamboo fly rods given to me that as far as I can determine were built in the 80's by a local guy. They are 7' 4pc with snake guides and a metal DF stripper. each has 3 spare tip sections and one has a spare second section. They have TN grips with slip rings and are labeled as Mtn Pack Fly/Spin 5-8wt. and the name "Brian Monroe" CCS put the ERN at 4.8 and the AA 55*. The finish is good and I don't see any twists. I'm looking for some idea what they might be worth on the open market. I don't think they are antique or collectable, just nice little rods. I've looked at @#$%& and see $65-$100 completed sales. Any ideas or input greatly appreciated.

They may be good rods, but the value will have a lot to do with the reputation of the maker.

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Visit ClassicFlyrodForum.com.

If you join, there is a section to get appraisals.

My gut feeling is you will be disappointed with what you find out.

Maybe a few hundred dollars.

I have tried to sell a few rods there. It is a good place, but no fee.

There are a lot of knowledgeable people there but they are looking for a bargain unless it is by a well known maker, like Winston.

Your best bet is to use them and enjoy them.

Bill



Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 03/19/2016 07:26PM by Bill Emshoff.