Stamping on these first Grangers is also unique. Sticker on container is even in great shape. For more information on purchasing your very own copy, visit the website Vintage Fly Rod Goodwin Granger Denver Special Bamboo 3pc2 Tips As Found. The book has 360 pages with well over 300 photographs, charts, catalog pages and other illustrations, most in FULL COLOR! Wright & McGill Rod Co. purchased Granger Rods in 1946 and resumed production of the Special grade beginning with the 1947 Catalog. The first recorded mention of the Special appears in Granger’s 1920 advertisements. BAMBOO ROD BOOKS, Special Edition, softcover, Granger Green wraps, (center) - $49.95, For more information on purchasing your very own copy, visit the website, Granger Premier (Between bands on reel seat), First Era Goodwin Granger Premier. Weight: 5.0oz (5.0oz Actual) Model: 9050 Historical advertisements in color. FB 190001. Rod shows some ware from age. Reel Seat: Sliding Band This fly rod measures 8 feet 6 inches and weighs 5.1 oz. Registered Edition, Leather bound in black with silver foil and silver gilt edges (right). In 1926 the company was renamed Goodwin Granger Co. Maintenant disponible sur AbeBooks.fr - Paducah, Kentucky. Ferrule Size: 15/10 Goodwin C. Granger began building bamboo rods commercially in Denver, Colorado, in about 1919 and by 1920 had formed Goodwin Granger & Co. 1938 Pat No. You can date the manufacture of the rod by the name on the reel seat: "Goodwin Granger & Co." dates from 1923 to 1926. 9', 3/2 Granger Special. Still very collectible! Several grades and models were produced until about 1942 when production was suspended for the Second World War. The cane is the best Granger made. Weight: 5.0oz (4.9oz Actual) (by my kitchen scale). Send me an order… that suits your pocketbook, tell me the kind of fishing for which you wish to use the rod… and I’ll send you a rod that will satisfy you in every respect. Condition: Restored Sold date:31-Aug-2020 Source:ebay; 1920’s Goodwin Granger 9. This rod is in good used condition with signs of use and age which the pictures show well. Picked this up at an estate sale. Weight: 4.0oz (3.9oz Actual) Location: Longmont, CO There is a Granger rod for every kind of fishing. Special rods made to order. Status: Private Collection, Not For Sale. Have any thoughts, comments, questions or additions? "Goodwin Granger Company" dates from 1926-1930, when these rods were last offered by Granger. Sections: 3/2 Even these first ads from 1919 mention the availability of a catalog, yet none have surfaced to date. Goodwin Granger: the Rod Man From Denver. All ads list “GOODWIN GRANGER & CO.” as the business entity and the addresses is consistent in this era at “East Ninth Ave., Denver, Colorado”. Red agate stripper guide. Grip: Coke Bottle Status: Private Collection, Not For Sale, Grade: 1st Era DeLuxe 5’ Colorado Special Bamboo Fly Rod. It is believed that standardizing the model names at this time was an easier way to sell and market the differences between the rods that Granger offered at the time. Location: Longmont, CO Granger Co., Goodwin - 9050 Colorado Special - Bamboo Fly Rod For More Photos and Info Click Here. Bag: Original Olive Canvas Granger Co., Goodwin - 9652 Premier - Bamboo Fly Rod For More Photos and Info Click Here. Please contact us. Bag: Non-original Olive Bag 1939 Goodwin Granger “Special” Bamboo Fly rod along w/ box of Flies / Tackle FR3SH. For sale here is a scarce Denver Special 8642 rod made by Goodwin Granger. The Colorado and Denver Specials were removed from the model line by 1930. The rod is in excellent+ restored condition. Granger … The first ads from 1919 were simple and small—about 2″ wide. Granger considered the dry climate & elevation in Denver as a unique selling point and also touted a better power-to-weight ratio than “other rods”. Ferrule Size: 15/10 The reel seat truly tells the story of this rod. The grip is also a unique slender half-wells shape that Granger described as “Tournament Style”. Reel Seat: Sliding Band Condition: Restored Rod has 17/11 ferrules, 3/2, 6 wt, 4.5 oz in restored condition. Perfection (PAT 8-3-15) tip tops. Â. The special features that set the Registered rods apart from all others include a … Sections: 3/2 Denver Special Fly Rod: 9 1/2' Slender Half Wells a.k.a. Signed by the author on the limitation page. The waisted ferrules were hand-made by Granger “of our own manufacture” and were pinned at the factory. Pend. 5/64” tip; 12/64” mid; 18/64” butt; U/L screw lock N/S marked: “Pat. The Granger Special grade was first introduced in the 1st Era along with the DeLuxe and the Premier. Special rods from the 1st Era were made with seasoned blond cane and have a very unique signature wrap pattern consisting of red, black and olive green. I can't find a date or model number on it anywhere, and can't find its approximate worth any where. Probably built completely by Goodwin Granger Himself. All ferrules and wrapping … Length: 8′ 6″ The early model Goodwin Rod, Granger Rod, Colorado Special and Denver Special were renamed in 1930 and the new names remained relatively consistent throughout the history of the company. DENVER, COLO. U.S.A. and the label on the tube reads in part: GRANGER SPECIAL- GOODWIN GRANGER CO. DENVER, COLO. 0063: Goodwin-Granger, Special?, Varnished 6 strip bamboo flyrod. Very nice medium fast dry fly action. Status: Private Collection, Not For Sale. (Material.. Split Bamboo), First Era Goodwin Granger Denver Special. Made by the man himself and quite simply THE EARLIEST GRANGERS KNOWN TO EXIST.  There are only a handful of known examples of the first era “Special” Grade with “The Granger Rod” reel seats. About 4" of the end piece is broken off. The Special made its final appearance in the 1953 W&M Catalog making it one of the longest running grades in the history of Granger rods. Stored away for years and can use a new good home. Weight: 4.5oz (4.4oz Actual) Length: 8.5′ The book has 360 pages with well over 300 photographs, charts, catalog … All models were of consistent high quality with the same nickel silver ferrules and reel seat and the same precise … The rod is in excellent restored condition. (11 x 9). During this time, Goodwin began making split bamboo fly rods that could handle windy, western … Weight: 4.5oz (4.3oz Actual) #6 line. This Granger Special has received a flawless, complete restoration by Scott Whitman. Beautiful Condition Collector's Item Number GS9050 Vintage 1938 Goodwin Granger Special Fly Fishing Rod 4 Piece/ 2 Tips/ 9 foot/ 5 ounces Comes with sleeve to hold all 4 pieces and metal container with screw on cap. Needs repaired again. "Tournament style" 3/2: 5 1/2 oz. Very early rod with a reelseat stamped "MADE BY GOODWIN-GRANGER COMPANY DENVER", 5-1/2" coke-bottle cork grip with small chip-out. Reversed Half- Wells; Flap-ring hook keeper; Marked: “Granger Special” with stamp above grip; wraps greenish gold silk over … Can anyone help? Reel Seat: Sliding Band Granger encourages customers to “Send me an order… that suits your pocketbook, tell me the kind of fishing for which you wish to use the rod… and I’ll send you a rod that will satisfy you in every respect.” This suggests that Granger was perhaps willing to customize rods for his customers’ needs. Status: Private Collection, Not For Sale, Grade: Favorite Ferrule Size: 18/12 Granger Co., Goodwin - 8642 Denver Special - Bamboo Fly Rod For More Photos and Info Click Here. Tube: Original Tip Tube A complete history of the rod maker and company plus sections on Wright & McGill as well as … The authors are fishermen, collectors and historians of this classic tackle. Rod length is 9ft,and comes with an extra tip. Grip: Modified Full Wells / Tournament 4to. Only a handful of these rods have ever been seen. Grip: Coke Bottle Up FOR Bidding is a Goodwin Granger "Denver special" Bamboo fly rod as pictured. With information on Granger rods; Goodwin rods; Granger's Denver Special rods and Granger's Colorado Special … Ferrule Size: 16.5/11 This rod is c.1925. Includes replacement cloth bag and aluminum tube. Denver Special Made by Goodwin Granger Company Denver 9' 3/2 5 1/8oz. Ferrule Size: 15/10 Goodwin Granger was born in Michigan on March 2, 1889. Condition: Very Good+, Original (Synopsis) It's been more than twenty years in the making and represents the most up to date information about Goodwin Granger, his company and the rods he built and inspired. Ferrule Size: 17/11 Goodwin-Granger Special fly rod. Sections: 3/2 Location: Mountain Home, AR All sections are full length, there is a slight fishing set in the tip Number 201 of 400 copies. Likely made in the mid to late 1920s. Butt-end of reelseat is dented, not affecting usability. AbeBooks.com: Granger Rods (catalog): White card covers with titles in black on gray panel and color pictorial of rainbow trout; stapled twice at spine; 8vo (4"x9.25"); 12pp; illustrated with 10 b/w photos in text and 4 full-page color photomechanicals of rods. Numerous color photos showing rods and rod components. 8'6" 3/2, for #5 line, 4 oz. Non original bag and period correct Granger tube. Rod from the 30's. Tube: Original Aluminum with 90% Label Reel Seat: Sliding Band Bookseller Image. Weight: 4.5oz (4.5oz Actual) Will fit perfectly with a light cleaning. 9’0” GOODWIN GRANGER SPECIAL. 3/2 [ 1 tip later factory replacement] 5 oz. Granger Co., Goodwin - GF7630 Favorite - Bamboo Fly Rod For More Photos and Info Click Here. Western Water for a 9 foot bamboo fly ro Denver-based Goodwin Granger company made thousands of bamboo rods each year from 1920 to 1946. Non-original bag and tube. Length: 9 Rod labelled"Granger Special" Seller's notes: 4-1/2 ounce. The early model Goodwin Rod, Granger Rod, Colorado Special and Denver Special were renamed in 1930 and the new names remained relatively consistent … All Champions are "Third Era". Bag: Original Bag Reel Seat: Knurled Sliding Band It was offered in 7.5′ to 9.5′ lengths (3.75 oz. The nickel-silver reel seat is marked Granger Premier set off by knurled band below which it is stamped Made By / Goodwin Granger Company / Denver. Save for Later. Sections: 3/2 During the 1920s and 1930s, Granger fly rods acquired a deserved reputation for excellent casting characteristics, durability and the ability to handle almost any … Sold date:29-Jun-2019 Source:ebay; Rare 1920’s - Sf Special Badge - Irvine Jachens 1027 Market Street S. F. Sold date:26-Jul-2019 Source:ebay; Victor Pharmacy, Victor, Colorado, Rare 1920 … Tube has small dent and is kind of bent but rod and fabric holder are in excellent condition. The Special remained in the Granger lineup until the company closed its doors during WWII in 1941. I believe all original except for a chrome plated snake (replaced the stripper/first snake). The specifications on the label have worn away and the CAUTION note is not completely readable. Any questions please ask each piece is 34" log tip to tip. Quantity … Published by Michael's Bamboo Books, Paducah, KY, 2010. "These are getting … Get the best deals on Granger Rods when you shop the largest online selection at eBay.com. Vintage Antique GOODWIN GRANGER SPECIAL Fly Rod 1938 Denver MINT CONDITION RARE. My interest in bamboo fly rods began as a result of being introduced to my brother's hobby of collecting old fishing lures. Tube: Non-original tube (No tubes were supplied with these very early rods) 12 19XX Pat No. Model: GF8040 Grip: Coke Bottle Condition: Fine Hardcover. Model: GD9050 All … to 6.0oz.) Sections: 3/2 This was done to accurately track the responses for the same ad across different publications. Sections measure: 38 1/2" … Goodwin Granger himself was experimenting with rod design during this time—especially in 1921 when he was introduced to the sport of Tournament Casting. Probably built completely by Goodwin Granger Himself. From David Foley Sporting Books (West Hartford, CT, U.S.A.) AbeBooks Seller Since 15 May 1998 Seller Rating. All Colorado Special and Denver Special rods are "Second Era". Ads from 1922, discuss the “new Deluxe and Premier models.”  The earliest 1st era rods were all labeled “The Granger Rod”—regardless of grade. The line weight is 6. The guide wraps are red silk tipped black with red intermediates and the signature wrap pattern is a lovely combination of red, black and olive green. Includes the history of Goodwin Granger Company, Wright & McGill Rod Company and Granger Bamboo by Gary Lacey. Nickel-Silver … Log-in Register All Categories Ancient & Ethnographic Arts (2) Arms & Militia (2) Asian Art (50) Ceramics & Glass (19) Clocks & Watches (3) Collectibles (13) Furniture & Decorative Arts (18) Jewelry (9) Paintings, Drawings & Sculpture (55) Photographs (2) Prints (21) Rugs, Carpets & Textiles (1) … The book is divided into four parts: History - Goodwin Granger … Length: 8′ 6″ Dec 23, 2014 - GOODWIN GRANGER ROD CO. - MAKERS, MODEL "GRANGER SPECIAL" #GS7633, 7 1/2' 3PC 2 TIP 4-5 WT. While Goodwin Granger may have started building rods as early as 1914, the first ads to offer them for sale began in April of 1919. It is believed that all very early Grangers used the same reel seat (regardless of Grade) with the markings: “The / Granger Rod / Denver” in 3 lines. Bag: Original Olive Canvas  Condition: Excellent, Original Finecane is a privately developed website dedicated to the promotion and preservation of Colorado’s finest rod makers. AbeBooks.com: Goodwin Granger: the Rod Man From Denver: Full brown leather with gilt titles, all edges gilt; 4to; 353pp; illustrated with b/w & color photos, drawings, charts and facsimiles of tackle advertisements; not issued in dust jacket; sewn-in ribbon bookmark; the "deluxe" edition. Grip: Coke Bottle Denver, CO. Three sections measure 8' 6" long. It was in a cloth bag in a metal tube, the rod itself is in pretty good condition, 2 of the eyelets are broken off, although he has kept them in the tube. Half wells cork grip. Black and white photos. Includes the history of Goodwin Granger Company, Wright & McGill Rod Company and Granger Bamboo by Gary Lacey. For sale here is a Goodwin Granger "Colorado Special" - Model 9050 - 9' 5wt 3/1 bamboo rod. Tube: Original Brass Capped Aluminum Tube with 90% Label Grade: 1st Era DeLuxe Free shipping on many items | Browse your favorite brands | affordable prices. I am not sure if the tips are original or … Nickel silver ferrules sizes 13 and 19. The bag seems a little short for it, does not slide all the way in but that may be the way the two pieces are supposed to fit. Still pretty darn straight for it's age. Interestingly, the 1921 ads all suggest that there may be another early color Goodwin Granger catalog: “Send for free circular, with rods illustrated in actual colors.”  (Again, if you know of any catalogs from this time period, please contact us.). I believe 18/12 ferrules that are tight on the bamboo and fit almost perfectly with a nice pop. had a thin coat of varnish applied. MI 48104 1940s Goodwin Granger Denver Split Bamboo Fly Rod 8' 6" 3-Pc 2 Tips Sock& Tube, Offered for sale is this 1940's Goodwin Granger Split Bamboo Fly Rod. The first Granger reel seats have three distinguishing features: 1) an additional ornamental knurled band at the top, 2) a wider than usual sliding band with knurled patterns on raised rings near the outside edges, and 3) a bullseye on the base of the butt cap. Tube: Original Aluminum with 99% Label Goodwin Granger and Wright and McGill Rod Companies By Tim R. Mullican . "The Granger Registered rod was the epitome of the rod makers craft in Colorado, and the one model that represents all three major Colorado companies. Phillipson Rod Company, started by former Granger production foreman Bill Phillipson make bamboo rods from 1947 to 1972. Unknown if rod was made this length or cutdown from 8.5’ rod as all sections equal length. Selling what you see, as is as found. The Granger Rod Denver: Circa: Condition: Remarks: Donated by: 1918: Very Good : First Era Goodwin Granger Denver Special. Condition: Mint Restored It seems as if he was trying to differentiate himself from the East Coast rod makers of the day. Michael's Bamboo Rod Books. Model: GD8642 Bright nickel silver ferrules. Bag: Original Bag and moderately priced at $30. Length: 8′ English twist line guides. He moved to Denver in 1908 and started the Granger Brothers Mercantile in 1912. Rod was professionall refinished and looks great! There are several varnish runs in the finish, one of the tips is 5 … Use etc. The Granger Special grade was first introduced in the 1st Era along with the DeLuxe and the Premier.The first recorded mention of the Special appears in Granger’s 1920 advertisements.Special rods from the 1st Era were made with seasoned blond cane and have a very unique signature wrap pattern consisting of red, black and olive green..

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