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Try this thread, and welcome!

I didn't know the 1252T was a lower quality ( not that I'm super knowledgeable LoL ); is your's the 7'9" version? I know the 1290 series were lighter rods mainly because of their lighter reel seats than some others, but I think the heavier seat can help balance the rod.

Some questions; If you look down inside the female ferrule, is the blank hollow or is yours one of those early types made on the light balsa mandrel that was left remaining in the blank? Am I correct to assume the wraps are thread rather than the "floss" type? Can you post a picture of the decal you're referencing?

Mine is the 8'6" version. 1252T rods were about $23. at that time while some other Shakespeare fly rods were closer to $50. Advertised as Beauty and Performance that's easily afforded. Appears to be some type of wood material inside the female end. Will get a picture posted ASAP.