Old Garcia Conolon Rods

[krazy3t]

My wife received 2 fly rods that were her Grandfathers. She would like to find out anything she can about them before using them. (Letting me use them)

They say Garcia Conolon Sample number R-3-23 and the other is Garcia Conolon Sample number R-3-24.

If anyone has information about these it would greatly appreciated.

Thanks!

KrAzY3T

[Danoinark]

Without taking a gander, I would presume they are Fiberglass. I don't know of any Garcia's that were anything but. They will be hardy and fine for use. As to monetary worth they would not command a high price, but as to her sentimental value they are priceless. But I bet grand dad would like to see them used.

Dano

[krazy3t]

Yes they are fiberglass, at a distance they looked bamboo. They have a cork handle and look new. Was told one of them was never used. They are between 30 and 50 years old.

KrAzY3T

[zander]

I have an old Garcia conolon flyrod that I got when my cousin was cleaning out the attic of a house he had just bought. I really like it. Heavier than most rods nowadays for sure, but it is built like a tank.