Vintage “Two-Eye” Bamboo Rod Paired With Penn 149 Mariner Reel - Classic Wall Decor

- Great gift for yourself or the fishing fan in your life. - Rare combination ready to prominently display as a stunning wall hanging. - Two solid wood wall mounts are included in the purchase price. About The Rod - The Rod is a 6-sided, 2-piece, vintage, heavy duty bamboo trolling rod. - Length overall of 7’6”. - Some vintage bamboo rods of this period had the double guides as the rods often developed a "set" or bend with extended fishing. - The double guides allowed the angler to alternate guides periodically to negate that effect. - This rod has the double guides. - All the guides have agate inserts. - The rod also has a classic wood handle. - Rod is solid and all guides are secure. - Circa late1940’s through 1950’s About The Reel… The Penn No. 149 Mariner is a classic, vintage conventional saltwater trolling reel manufactured in the USA during Penn's "golden era" of tackle production. Key features… - Explicitly engineered for deep-sea trolling and bottom fishing. - Narrow frame design to prevent line twisting and spool warping under heavy loads - Scenic etched side plates displaying a distinct scene with trolling boats, sailboats, and birds. - Somewhat rare and very collectable green torpedo handle. - Hear Ratio: 2.1:1. - Line Capacity: 300 yards of 30 lb mono. - The reel is in full working order. - The 149 was produced from 1939 to 1989. - Three piece spool indicates production date prior to 1956. Meeting Places… - Available to meet with any interested buyer at the following locations. Very flexible on scheduling a time. - CVS: 9940 Yamato Rd, Boca Raton, FL 33434 - Walgreens: 21880 FL-7, Boca Raton, FL 33428

Condition

Used (normal wear)