E.C. Powell 9' 2/2 Bamboo Rod

E.C. Powell 9' 2/2 Bamboo RodFor sale here is a 9' 2 2 E. C. Powell bamboo rod made in the mid to late 1940's. A or B taper rod. It's referred to a "dry fly" rod in the included correspondence. Casts a five weight line very well. The rod weighs 4 1 4 oz. Ferrules are 15 64, tips tops 5 64. Obviously the rod has been well used but remains full length and relatively straight. Original bag and tube. Included with the sale is a letter from 1960 between the owner and Tony Maslan.

Comes with an additional spool in used condition with another line wound on it

High gloss varnish over highly seasoned pre-embargo cane

a travel vise and a hook tray all in one waterproof box that measures just 7

Blued guides

Includes the original grey bag and a Champion tube

complete with original bag and tube

Weighs 7 1/8 oz

The blued ferrules are size 12/64 with an excellent fit

The reel seat is an upsliding band and hidden pocket cap correctly radiused to hold the reel securely

For sale here is a Tony Maslan-era E

All sections are full length with sets in both tips

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