Couldn't find much info on the "Korpela" brand - or at least that is how I read the marking on the inside of the straps. They hail from Finland, judging from the handles/straps and the fact that I bought them there..
These poles feature traditional 5 inch bamboo ring baskets and leather handles/straps. One of the poles has vertical cracks in the shaft, which is common with bamboo poles of a certain age. The typical fix is shown in the last picture - tape wrapped around the cracked area. The buyer can add additional reinforcement if desired (or Skifabrikk can do it if asked); black tape rings on bamboo poles make for a great classic look!
