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The six split bamboo sections from SS 
which Shakespeare Ideal Rods are built, are 
first trued on all three sides with the flawless 
precision of a cut diamond—then compressed, 
under terrific pressure, to build a rod that is 
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action so necessary to the instant delivery of a perfect cast. than 5000 dealers and 
used by more than a 
Embodied in the exquisite perfection of Shakespeare Ideal Rods are Ses discriminating 
all the qualities of design, balance, action and intrinsic worth to be 
found in the most expensive rods, yet they are so moderately priced 
they are within the easy reach of all. 
To these rods we invite the critical inspection and judgment of 
experienced anglers—men who are familiar through ownership and 
use with the finest rods, and who know what a rod should be. 
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