9 ft Shakespeare model "Premier" 1307 trout fly rod

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This would be a great project rod for learning to restore

Antique & Collectible Fishing Rods: Identification & Value Guide Homel, Dan. 1997 (2nd edition 2000) add about 30% for age of book.










Homel gives the 9 ft Shakespeare model "Premier" 1308 trout fly rod, c.1940, with an extra tip, 3 sections a value of $25, 75 and $140 for poor, good, excellent condition respectively












First year this model was made was 1941 also known as the "Premier" model. They stopped making bamboo rods in the early fifties. See Bamboo Rod Restoration Handbook by Michael Sinclairfor confirmation of the above information.

History: Shakespeare Company History

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