MMAX Posted August 4, 2022 Share Posted August 4, 2022 Broke the tip of my vintage Orvis Western Spring Creek rod yesterday. Upon emailing Orvis for repair, I was informed that they can't do it because the rod is 36 years old and no parts are available. The rod has sentimental value to me and I was wondering if anyone closer to home than Vermont repairs rods. The tip section that broke is about 2" long, I suppose I could get by with an 8' 10" rod instead of a 9 footer. ' Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eagleflyfisher Posted August 4, 2022 Share Posted August 4, 2022 Take a lighter and heat the top guide until it slides off. grab a glue stick and put some tiny pieces into end of rod guide , heat it slightly again to melt glue and stick it back onto broken tip. You are repaired. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilverDoctor Posted August 4, 2022 Share Posted August 4, 2022 2 inches wont change much in casting take the previous posters advice. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MMAX Posted August 5, 2022 Author Share Posted August 5, 2022 Is that just a regular kids glue stick? Thanks, I'll give that a go. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilverDoctor Posted August 5, 2022 Share Posted August 5, 2022 Yep glue stick will work, clean with a bit of alcohol beforehand, preferably a Good Scotch. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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