Help me identify this rod
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Hey guys,
I bought a Scott rod the other day.
It was a custom built, from an deceased estate.
The writing on the rod is:
Scott 9ft-6 Line. 2 1/4 oz-6906-787263Do you know which model it is? It looks like it could be a glass model.
I am with Bob. You have almost certainly got a Scott G on your hands (G906 would be a standard “G” in 9-foot six weight). The “glassi-ness” you are seeing is most likely the unsanded gray blank. Does it have spiral wraps on it, like a snake belly? That’s a classic hallmark of the G series (including the current G2). Most old Gs were wrapped in ruby red with a composite cork cap on the front of the grip (also found on the G2).
That’s a very coveted rod.
Zach
I am with Bob. You have almost certainly got a Scott G on your hands (G906 would be a standard “G” in 9-foot six weight). The “glassi-ness” you are seeing is most likely the unsanded gray blank. Does it have spiral wraps on it, like a snake belly? That’s a classic hallmark of the G series (including the current G2). Most old Gs were wrapped in ruby red with a composite cork cap on the front of the grip (also found on the G2).
That’s a very coveted rod.
Zach
Thanks I will make sure its a G and not a 6. It looks to be hand written as if it was a custom built rod. Yep, its got the spiral wraps, and the wraps are ruby red and it has the composite cork cap on the grip (in place of a winding check?)
I will also send the model number off to Scott and see what they say.
Only paid $65 for it, think I scored a bargain?
Thanks for the replies
Dizzy, you finaly own a real fishing rod, nice one my son…
🙂 Its been on my list for a while now!
Incidently, I was an auction the other day (never had cash on me so I couldn’t bid), and they sold a Thomas & Thomas, 2 cane rods, and a Winston for less than $65 each. A bag of miscelaneous fly tying feathers sold for more.
I’d have to see it to know if it was factory built or not, but you are describing a factory design. Does the Scott logo look like the Scott logo above, but hand-written? If so, that’s factory; few custom makers would even attempt that script work. A factory 906 G in good condition is probably worth about $275-325 now; you got a steal.
Where are you seeing all these ridiculous auctions!?!
Zach
Moreover, should you ever break your rod, Scott will repair it for a $135 charge including shipping costs even though you are not the original owner.
Nope, its not exactly the same as the writing above, which is why I initially thought it was custom built. I will try and take a pic of it later on.
Wow, I’m stoked at this bargain!Zach, there were a whole lot of deceased estate auctions earlier this month here in Wellington – apparently a good place to find bargains on gear.
I think I have the same rod, probably same era. Actually, I have three of them in different weights. It’s probably an original G. A San Francisco Rod. You got a steal. Don’t hide it away, use it. You will be pleasantly suprised that those old rods fish just as good or better in some instances that todays high end flashy sticks. Do you have the tube? Does it say SF on it?
Love the comment about “finally getting a real rod!” That’s what I say to my friends that don’t fish Scott G’s!
Its got a tube, but its clearly a home made version (not a really great one at that). Another reason why I suspect that this could well be a custom.
Guys, I found another auction.
Its for older model SAGE RPL rods that belonged to a fly fishing academy. They are selling @ US$70
How does that sound? Considering get 1.Got a reply from Scott:
“It looks sounds like an old “G” series, but without actually seeing the rod it is hard to say as it doesn’t have an identifying series mark on it. Rods that are custom built are often hard to identify if the builder didn’t inscribe the rod with the series of the blank. The “G” series rods that were factory built had cocobolo reel seats and standard nickel-silver guides, with a rust brown colored thread wrap. Hope this info is of some assistance.”Couldn’t get a good enough picture. Will try again tonight.
John, its a 2 piece! What line/s are you using on yours?
I’m thinking of getting a Sci Anglers XPS line for it, but not sure if it will suit. Other options are the Sharkskin or Rio. Anyone using any of these lines on their “G” series?
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