Gary Howells Bamboo Fly Rod 8' 2/2 #5 6' Excellent condition and all original

Excellent condition and all original

oxidized micro ferrules

Black sideplates and spool

The reel comes in the original black leather hardy pouch with box and paperwork

Offered here for a very nice price compared to the other 8 1/2 foot Paynes currently on the market

Gary Howells Bamboo Fly Rod 8' 2/2 #5 6' Excellent condition and all originalA very nice Gary Howells bamboo fly rod, 8', 2 pieces, 2 tips, built for a #5 line. Serial #4538 (which I believe puts the manufacture date at 1979). 3. 75 ounces listed weight though my scale has it closer to 4. 1. Medium speed semi full flexing action. The rod is mint, with plastic and tape still on the grip. The cane is oven tempered and dark wheat straw in color, done in a three up node configuration. Carbide stripper and chrome snake guides and