Gary Howells Bamboo Rod 7' 2/2 #3

Gary Howells Bamboo Rod 7' 2/2 #3For sale here is a very scarce and early Gary Howells 7 foot bamboo rod for a three weight line in near mint condition. 2 1 4 oz. One of approximately eleven 7' 3wt rods ever made by Gary, per Craig Lynch. Made in Gary's second year of production for the Anglers' All shop in Denver, who then personalized the rod for the buyer (and the current consignor of the rod to us). Medium slow action. All cork reel seat, half wells grip, original bag and labeled

All of the original leading has worn off

Diameter 3 29/32"

Includes the original bag with green and gold label as well as the original tube with brass fittings and Winston logo decal

The combo handle for the 6'9" rod features a cigar grip with a nickel silver cap and ring reel seat over a mortised koa wood spacer

Includes replacement bag though it is a period correct Winston bag and the original tube with the label 75% remaining

yet powerful tapers that are so widely used today using his understanding of engineering principles

Comes in a velvet bag inside a walnut box with a nice certificate from Seamaster

Includes original bag with stiffening dowel and original plastic tube with label

as authenticated in the Young rod ledger

No spool wobble or end play

the butt cap is marked

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