HL Leonard Model 38-H Fly Rod 7' 2/2 #3/4 11'3" This is a bench-made reel

This is a bench-made reel

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A medium sized delivery loop with accurate casts out to 40'+

Other than some cork soiling

Great condition ebonite handle and it spins freely

HL Leonard Model 38-H Fly Rod 7' 2/2 #3/4 11'3" This is a bench-made reelAn H. L. Leonard 38 H bamboo fly rod, 7', 2 piece, 2 tip, and built for a #4 line. Serial #555 (which I believe dates this to 1968). Normally I would list this as a #4 but it seems a bit slower than most of the 38 H's I have felt and I could see using a #3. 2. 8 ounces on my scale. Used condition with a well tanned grip and faint casting cracks at the ferrules wraps. The reel seat has some cosmetic issues. The ferrules are tight and the rod is