{"product_id":"vintage-a-e-rudge-son-the-dorchester-hollow-glass-fishing-rod-superb-condition-redditch-made","title":"Vintage A.E. Rudge \u0026 Son 'The Dorchester' Hollow Glass Fishing Rod | Superb Condition | Redditch Made","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eA Rare Opportunity for the Vintage Tackle Enthusiast\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1\"\u003eUp for sale is a stunning example of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1\" data-index-in-node=\"37\"\u003e'The Dorchester'\u003c\/b\u003e by the renowned Redditch makers, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1\" data-index-in-node=\"87\"\u003eA.E. Rudge \u0026amp; Son\u003c\/b\u003e. This is the hollow glass fiber edition, dating from the mid-20th century transition into modern materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,2\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCondition Report:\u003c\/b\u003e This rod is in \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2\" data-index-in-node=\"33\"\u003esuperb condition\u003c\/b\u003e, appearing to have been very lightly used and meticulously stored.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8,3\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBlank:\u003c\/b\u003e The honey-brown glass blank is straight, clean, and free from deep scratches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,3,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,3,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFittings:\u003c\/b\u003e All original guides and whippings are intact and tight. The alloy reel seat and ferrules are smooth and functional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,3,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,3,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHandle:\u003c\/b\u003e The original cork handle remains firm with minimal \"pitting\" or soiling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,3,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,3,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDecals:\u003c\/b\u003e The iconic A.E. Rudge 'The Dorchester' gold decal is crisp and fully legible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,4\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,4\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAction:\u003c\/b\u003e A classic \"through-action\" rod typical of the Redditch era. Perfect for pike spinning or heavy carp fishing for those who enjoy a traditional feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,5\"\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"8,5\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIncludes original cloth rod bag.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"A.E. Rudge \u0026 Son","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53002421764439,"sku":null,"price":40.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0903\/5910\/3831\/files\/IMG_20260313_184912.jpg?v=1773427911","url":"https:\/\/fenlandtackleexchange.co.uk\/products\/vintage-a-e-rudge-son-the-dorchester-hollow-glass-fishing-rod-superb-condition-redditch-made","provider":"Fenland Tackle Exchange","version":"1.0","type":"link"}