Payne Parabolic Bamboo Rod 7'6" 2/2 #5

Payne Parabolic Bamboo Rod 7'6" 2/2 #5For sale here is a very scarce 7 1 2 foot Payne Parabolic bamboo rod in very good condition. The rod weighs 3 3 8 oz, consistent with the original hang tag affixed to the original Payne bag. Casts nicely with a five weight line. All cork reel seat with cap and ring. Mildrum stripping guide. Obviously the cork grip has developed some ridging over the years but it remains very comfortable in hand. One tip is 1 1 2" short (at the male ferrule). The cap

Throws a 7 line with authority

A nice Flyfisher's Classic Library edition of this canonical text

The leather remains supply void of cracking and dryness

Don't miss out on grabbing one of Shane's rods at a great price

A near perfect dry-fly rod for your local stream

The owner's name is engraved on the back of the reel

Young’s hand reads:

#2066 is lettered beneath the female ferrule

The reel came to the attention of Orvis President

This reel has landed a few salmon and is ready for plenty more

Spool width is 1"

Light flamed rod shafts