In this AMFF film series, we’re taking vintage rods from our collection and putting them in the hands of modern anglers. As we travel to various locations, bamboo rods of yesteryear are put to the test in both salt and fresh water, and our anglers share their take on what it’s like to fish with classic equipment. We think you’ll find the results visually captivating and educational, allowing the observer to reflect on how far we’ve come in the development of equipment while also honoring the beauty and style of the past.
Season 1
Episode 1
Featured in this episode: 1973 Orvis Battenkill, 8′, 8wt, 2-piece
Episode 2
Featured in this episode: ~1970 Farlow – Lee Wulff Midge 6′ 2 1/4″, 5wt
Episode 3
Season 2
Episode 1
Featured in this episode: 2022 Thomas & Thomas 8.5 Feet, 12 Weight Sextant Rod
Episode 2
Featured in this episode: E.F. Payne Rod Co. 8 weight, circa 1956
Episode 3
Featured in this episode: Paul H. Young 5wt, 7.5 ft, 3.65oz, 2 piece, 2 tip bamboo rod, built ca. 1996/1967
Season 3
Episode 1
Featured in this episode: Hardy C.C. DeFrance // 6’6”, 4 weight // 1961
Episode 2
Featured in this episode: Granger Favorite // 9’, 7 weight // circa late 1930s
Episode 3
Featured in this episode: Heddon Deluxe Model #35 // 8’ 6”, 6 wt // 1924
Season 4
Episode 1
Featured in this episode: Orvis Banty // 4’4”, 4wt / /circa 1962
Episode 2
Featured in this episode: Uslan Model 7913 // 7’6”, 5wt // circa mid 1970s
Episode 3
Featured in this episode: Pezon Model Dubos // 7’6”, 5wt // circa 1988