Chapman’s of Ware. 500 Carp rod. Original condition

Chapman’s of Ware. ‘R. Chapman & Co., Ware, Herts. 500’ Carp. 10ft.  

"500 above R. Chapman & Co. Ware, Herts

Catalogue entry: “2-piece fully hardened built-cane rod. Long parallel handle with suction ferrule, sliding dural winch fitting, rustless chrome rings throughout, and large butt ring. Fully whipped and supplied in 2-divisional cloth bag”.

See: Carp rods/ p.83, 'One Man One Rod', David Petty
Original condition