However, I saw a rod listed a few months ago for an opening bid of £400, it didn't sell. The photos were poor.
It was relisted at a lower price with the same poor photos, it still didn't sell !
Recently it was relisted at an opening bid of £150. I contacted the seller who lives close to me and arranged to inspect the rod. The rod was in very good condition and I decided to bid on it. The bidding closed on Wednesday evening and I was successful.
I collected the rod today. It is perfectly straight, has the original rings, the cane has no blemishes and the intermediate whippings are beautiful. The handle has been cleaned but needs a little attention.
It was bought in 1960 at Gerry's of Wimbledon by the seller's father and has not been used for many years.
I am very happy, I might have to open a bottle of wine to celebrate :-)
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