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Post 21 Feb 2023, 17:09 • #1 
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I recently picked up what I thought was a 6'6" Wonderod. But, after a quick look it appeared Shakespeare was offering glass that wasn't Wonderods in 1967.

The rod is a Model No. FY-A40S-6'6" and dated EDA. The rod has a smooth finish as opposed to that on a Wonderod. Saying it is heavy for a 6'6" rod may be an understatement. This rod weighs 6.2ozs compared to my 9' Wonderod, with a fighting butt, that weighs 6.3 ozs..

Wasn't real happy with my purchase until I cast the rod. This puppy is a cannon and a great casting little rod. I've tested it with a 6/7 Wulff TT line, an 8 weight and even a 10 weight. Easily handled each line.

Not sure what the blank is. Possibly solid glass. Maybe others know and can share their knowledge.

If you need a short, heavy line rod I would highly recommend this one.

Only negatives for me are the reel seat not the greatest and could possibly use one more guide. Probably both factors in trying to make a rod for a lower price point.

Barry








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Post 21 Feb 2023, 17:20 • #2 
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Neat!
I'm betting that is solid glass. And sure a pretty thing, that red/black is just classic.
I've got a couple of short solid glass rods that are fun casters.


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Post 21 Feb 2023, 18:29 • #3 
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I have a Sears Roebuck solid glass that looks exact or almost exactly like that. Very heavy compared to hollow glass normal rods. The rod is likely an 8wt, but heavier may work too.


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Post 21 Feb 2023, 18:43 • #4 
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I do believe Shakespeare made rods for Sears.I have Ted Williams 8' foot 7wt and an identical Wonderod blank wise.The TW has better hardware and is a light yellowish and the WR is white and basic hardware,They cast the same tho as the blanks are identical.Have never run across a solid WR fly rod but have had several of those translucent green solid glass spin and casting rods.I think they would be near impossible to break.


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Post 21 Feb 2023, 21:50 • #5 
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It appears only in the 1968 catalog, and is indeed a solid glass rod. No line weights are specified.


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Post 22 Feb 2023, 14:07 • #6 
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Thanks for all the information.

Checked the 1968 catalog and rod sold for $10.00. That's equal to $85.97 in today's dollars.


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Post 22 Feb 2023, 21:45 • #7 
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That's a nice rod! Lots of good history info too.


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Post 23 Feb 2023, 15:16 • #8 
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Here is my Sears model - looks to be the same just rebranded:







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