There's a Priory rod whizzing it's way to me, fresh off the bay. Did I say fresh? Nah, it's in a bit of a state which might explain why I was the sole bidder and nabbed it for less than a round of drinks.
Anyways, it looks like it was supposed to be 11', both the butt and middle section are whole cane, and the tip section is whole cane with a spliced built cane section. Looks like a roach/match rod to me. Does anyone know what it might be called?
It'll be a restoration project for the winter. Looks like the built tip section is short so I'll reaplice in a new piece.
Priory rod. But what is it?
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It depends what you mean by 'less than a round of drinks' my last round of drinks on friday evening was £80?
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A little over £22 postage included. Even though it's in a state I thought that quite a bargain.
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I have just restored a Priory Avon style rod for my wife that is all split cane. If yours turns out anything like hers did I am sure that you will be a happy chap. It is a delight to use.
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That is a bargain Trevor, good luck with the restoration!
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Blood and sand - buying a drink for everyone in our village would come to less than £80!!!Lea Dweller wrote: ↑Tue Sep 22, 2020 4:17 pm It depends what you mean by 'less than a round of drinks' my last round of drinks on friday evening was £80?
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It would seem that I need to move!PershoreHarrier wrote: ↑Tue Sep 22, 2020 5:44 pmBlood and sand - buying a drink for everyone in our village would come to less than £80!!!Lea Dweller wrote: ↑Tue Sep 22, 2020 4:17 pm It depends what you mean by 'less than a round of drinks' my last round of drinks on friday evening was £80?
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Re: Priory rod. But what is it?
Looking through this section it appears to be a rare find. Has anyone seen one like this before? Possibly a bespoke match/ roach rod.
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