Most of the buying and selling is in th UK on Ebay. Several are askling $250 - $450 starting bids, but no buyers are bidding. A couple have a low starting bid, one stated at $.99 and another started at $100. These have active bidding up to $150, and the action is still open.

• Split Cane Rod

Split Cane Rod

On Ebay you can state any starting price for an auction, or you can set a certain price for 'Buy It Now'. Many sellers set a very low starting price like $.99 with the hope of buyers bidding up the price. What you can do is start with a very price, but set a 'reserve price (the least price you would accept)'. Ebay charges extra for setting a reserve price. Keep an eye on Ebay to see what the rods sell for, not what sellers are asking.

Feb 02, 2009  After Jeff (Gnome) and I having a conversation about the difficulty of dating Hardy rods with the 'G' series numbers, we have found this: In 1927 the 'G' number was introduced to distinguish rods that were totally made of split bamboo from greenheart, whole bamboo or a combination of materials. I know absolutely nothing about Hardy rods so it's identification and sale to. Not 'split' cane.which means it should have a 'G' serial number. Results 1 - 10 of 10 - Vintage Hardy 'The Palakona' Split Cane Fly Rod 8'9' 2 piece #7 D.1975. Hardy Cane Salmon Rod Serial number Is A 85022 for 1913.

I notice that you are in South Africa. Many people on Ebay do not like to buy or sell outside of their country. That may limit your market of buyers. I have sold reels and camers to countries around the world including South Africa without problems.