rod/reel holder?

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, tried to brush it but it is turning white.any ideas on the year maybe?

 

[rickn1]

Part of an early 60's fishing rod. I think mine used to have a cork handle .Hand brushing lightly might clean it but a wire wheel in a drill or any high speed buffer will discolor it, and actually melt the metal. Turning white cause it's made of "pot" metal.

 

[more information please]

Part of an early 60's fishing rod. I think mine used to have a cork handle .Hand brushing lightly might clean it but a wire wheel in a drill or any high speed buffer will discolor it, and actually melt the metal. Turning white cause it's made of "pot" metal.

, So no chance of ever using it?

 

[NOLA_Ken]

If the metal isn't corroded to the point where it's brittle, you could probably fit a new rod in it and use it. Does the reel clamp still move?