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A new addition to the National Collection ... this rather special rare "R. Sealey's Festival."

I already have other examples of this 11ft., 3 section rod comprising a whole cane butt, and split cane centre sections, but there are variations.

This one, like it's 'bigger brother,' the "R. Sealey's Festival Avon," has compound tapers not only in the centre section but also in the tip section. I hope you can make them out in the photos.

Add to this that it has been beautifully restored by Paul Cook, and you'll understand why I say 'special.'



This shows the compound taper in the centre section, between the 2nd. and 4th. intermediate whippings from the left :-



... and this on the tip section, between the 3rd. and 6th. intermediate whippings from the left :-

Another wings its way to its spiritual home.
Well done Mal!

Those are steep tapers. How does it affect the action of the rod, does it have any flat spots ?

SofaSurfer wrote: ↑Wed Aug 29, 2018 11:57 am Those are steep tapers. How does it affect the action of the rod, does it have any flat spots ?

I'll let you know when it gets here, Sir.

Those tapers are very visable , beautiful rare rod .

Very, very desirable rod there Mal

A very nice Find Mal. Congratulations.

A fine looking piece of kit - would suit angler with Scottish lineage and a taste for British Motorcycles.

Lovely Mal, and it has found it's rightful owner

As soon as that rod appeared Mal I knew it would be heading your way. To answer the question on flat spots with those tapers I have had Barbel to 12lb and Tench to 9lb on mine and never encountered and issues with flat spots.
A truly wonderful rod restored by one the best what more could you ask for.
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