Thomas & Thomas Fully Optional Ultimate TOP WATER BASS ROD Bamboo Rod

Description: Thomas & Thomas Fully Optional Ultimate TOP WATER BASS ROD Bamboo Rod Description Condition: New This rod was custom ordered from Thomas in the 80's. It is unused. The options are full agate guides instead of carbon fiber, and the blank is a highly tempered Heritage Special. The reel seat is American walnut, the screws are German nickel silver, and other luxurious special finishes. It is a Mirror 2TOP. The original tube says 3/8oz Lure size, but I think it can easily hold 3/4oz to 1oz. I think the best lure is of course a 3/4oz top lure. It is a genuine rod that I ordered, and it is not a so-called second-hand rod (not only bamboo, but also resin rods, carbon and glass will wear out), so it is completely unused, so I will entrust the future of bass fishing to the future owner of this historically valuable rod. Speaking of bamboo, Philipson's Pacemaker is famous (I actually use it), but after all, it is a mass production manufacturer and the construction is far inferior to this rod. If I had to say, the Pacemaker is like a rod in a mass retailer's bass introductory set (that's actually what it looks like, in the catalog at the time). This Thomas and another Dickerson are the history of bass fishing itself, and I think there are only a few in the world (at least I can't find anything else even if I search for it in this internet age). The rod grip cork looks dirty, but it is blackened with age and is genuinely unused, so please rest assured. I would like to pass this truly valuable, historic bass fishing rod on to someone who understands it. I sincerely hope so. The action is of course the best for slow taper top bass fishing. For your reference, if you are a fly fisherman, you probably already know this, but just to be sure, the following is an excerpt from the manufacturer's website. "Thomas & Thomas is located in New England, the oldest part of the United States. It began with the hobby of two university professors, Thomas Dorothy and Thomas Maxwell. The company was founded in 1969 to realize their big dream of becoming the top American bamboo rod manufacturer that produces beautiful and excellent rods that surpass those of Leonard and Payne. Since then, they have achieved their dream in both name and reality, and are a leading American bamboo rod manufacturer. Thomas & Thomas' bamboo rods, which are worthy of being called works of art, are presented to heads of state, and are used by many big names, including the royal family. These include former President Bush, Benny Goodman, Robert Mitchum, and Eric Clapton. Even today, Thomas Dorothy's passion, technology, and experience for rods are inspiring the company to continue to manufacture and evolve." Of course, there is no name (personal name) on them. We think you will be able to use them comfortably. In terms of action, it is similar to the Fen FC64, or the Heddon Magnagraph Special Zara Spook. Payment **Please read our Return Policy before a successful bid.Please purchase our item only if you accept our Return Policy.If you have any questions, please email me before purchase.Video and photographs are kept of the condition of the packaging before shipping. Shipping I ship the item to your registered address via standard shipping with tracking number.Item(s) will be shipped in 10 business day after your purchase.I confirmed a receipt of your payment.(excluding weekends & Japanese holidays)Depending on the country, I will charge tariffs on buyers before shipping. I will charge tariffs with Paypal.If you wish combined shipping with other items, please let us know.We will calculate the total shipping cost and will inform you. Returns Returns are accepted ONLY if the item was not the item described. International Buyers - Please Note: * Import duties, taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. * Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding/buying. * These charges are normally collected by the delivering freight (shipping) company or when you pick the item up - do not confuse them for additional shipping charges. * We do not mark merchandise values below value or mark items as "gifts" - US and International government regulations prohibit such behavior.

Price: 10000 USD

Location: 静岡県藤枝市

End Time: 2024-12-13T01:27:57.000Z

Shipping Cost: 100 USD