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5’6” Heddon No. 25 Golden Expert Bamboo Bait Casting Rod ~ Scarce ~ 1931 *Price Reduced*
Manufacturer: Heddon Rod Co.®
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5’6” Heddon No. 25 Golden Expert Bamboo Bait Casting Rod ~ Scarce ~ 1931

Offered is this absolutely stunning two-piece with extra tip Heddon Golden-Expert bait casting rod made circa 1931.  The Golden-Expert was custom built using the “choicest selections of ‘brown-tone’ bamboo.”  The rod is wound in antique gold and tan silk to blend harmoniously with the deep brown tempered cane, gorgeous Heddylin mottled reel seat, and genuine gold-plated hardware.  All fittings are top-of-the-line Heddon stock, including the hand welted split ferrules, specially selected genuine agate mountings, and “Screw-Tight” locking reel seat.  

All guides and wraps are tight, and the ferrule fit is excellent.  All sections are original and measure as follows:  Butt – 32”, Tip 1 – 35", and Tip 2 – 35 1/4".  There are a couple of imperfections to note as a result of the Heddylin (i.e., pyralin, a nitrocellulose-based plastic popular during this time) reel seat and winding check shrinking slightly.  This movement in the Heddylin has caused a slight separation between the reel seat and winding check.  It has also created some separation in the cork on the grip, the butt cap to work loose from its pin, and the screw-locking band to have difficulty moving easily along the pyralin threads (please see photos).  The reel seat still functions as it should, but please note that it is more difficult to work the screw-locking mechanism.  The cane is structurally sound with no cracks or hook digs, but the original varnish and gold plating shows its age, as there are various bag marks and chips in the finish.  I believe the varnish will polish to a nice glimmer if desired.  The ferrules are a size 18, and the rod weighs 5.55 ounces.

This is one of the most captivating rods in all of the Heddon line-up.  The rod comes with its original vello olive velvet bag accented in red and including the Heddon label; however, the top of the bag was cut short for some reason.  A non-original, but period Heddon tube will be provided for safe transport and storage.

Key Features:
-	Top-of-the-line Bait Casting rod offered by Heddon
-	Considered to be a scarce Heddon model
-	Custom made from some of the finest cane available anywhere
-	Harmoniously executed finish with a gorgeous wrap combination against a beautiful deep brown tempered finish
-	Gold-plated, top-of-the line components
-	Specially selected genuine agate mountings
-	Beautiful Heddylin mottled brown reel seat with a “Screw-Tight” locking mechanism

If you have any questions or would like more photos, please don't hesitate to ask.
Thank you.