3 Piece Cane Coarse Fishing Rod 11ft 9 Ins Hand Made For W B Clarke Redditch VGC

This 3 piece cane coarse fishing rod, handmade by W B Clarke Redditch, is perfect for traditional fishing enthusiasts. At 11ft 9 inches in length, this vintage fishing rod is ideal for coarse fishing. The shaft is made from durable cane material, with original eyelet guides for smooth line movement and protection. Whether you're a seasoned angler or looking to try your hand at fishing, this high-quality rod is sure to enhance your fishing experience.Vintage W.B. Clarke of Redditch — Three-Piece Whole Natural Cane Coarse Fishing RodComplete with original three-section cloth rod bagA handsome and exceptionally well-preserved example of a classic British hand-built natural cane fishing rod — complete with its original maker’s cloth carrying bag, a rare survival that significantly adds to both provenance and display appeal.✨ Details • Three equal sections, each 47 inches (119cm) — total assembled length approximately 11ft 9in (358cm) • Whole natural cane blank — hollow between nodes as nature intended, with solid cane ends plugged into brass ferrules in the traditional manner • Full cork handle grip to butt section with rubber end cap • Knurled chromed screw-lock reel seat — classic mid-century fitting • All original whippings intact and in good condition throughout • All eyelets/rod rings present and in good order • Brass ferrule joints between all three sections — well fitted • Dark lacquer varnish to cane blank in good condition • Gold oval label reading W.B. Clarke / Redditch • Original three-section cloth rod bag — a rare and important survival📋 Item Specifics • Total assembled length: approx. 11ft 9in (358cm) • Sections: 3 x 47 inches — each section equal length • Blank material: Whole natural cane — confirmed by cross-section at ferrule ends • Ferrules: Brass — male/female push-fit joints • Handle: Full cork grip with chromed screw-lock reel fittings • Maker: W.B. Clarke, Redditch, Worcestershire • Era: Circa 1940s–1950s (confirmed pre-fibreglass construction) • Type: Coarse fishing rod — float / general purpose / trotting • Bag: Original three-section cloth rod bag — complete and intact • Condition: Very good used condition — all whippings, eyelets and ferrules intact.About Redditch & W.B. ClarkeRedditch, Worcestershire was Britain’s undisputed fishing tackle capital — home to legendary names including Allcock’s, Milward’s and generations of skilled craftsmen. W.B. Clarke was a respected Redditch tackle dealer whose branded rods were made to their specification in the traditional manner. The company behind the business ceased trading in February 2026, a sad end to a long angling tradition.Buy yourself a little piece of Angling history; you won’t regret it! Good Luck.