Sharpe's of Aberdeen impregnated split-cane or bamboo fly rods

Sharpe's of Aberdeen are a well known brand amongst antique and vintage tackle collectors, as well as modern day fly fishing enthusiasts. There are lots of areas of their range to look at, and this time John Stephenson talks specifically about their range of impregnated cane or bamboo fly rods - very popular both to use still and for collecting.

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I noticed that you are twisting the plug section when separating the two pieces. Bamboo experts claim that this is a very good way to break the glue on the ferrule or twist the ferrule if it is pinned. ALWAYS pull the sections apart without twisting! In fact, you later mention this yourself as something NOT to do.

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Nice reels, looks a bit like hardy lightweight reels.