HL Leonard Model 50DF Bamboo Rod 8' 3/2 #5

HL Leonard Model 50DF Bamboo Rod 8' 3/2 #5For sale here is a pre fire H. L. Leonard Model 50DF Tournament bamboo rod 8' 3 2 for a 5wt line. The rod is in excellent restored condition. All sections are full length and straight. The rod features a beautifully varnished finish with olive green wraps and bright red tipping. Reverse twist English style oxidized guides. Ring hook keeper. Mildly swelled butt. Nickel silver checks. Classic cigar grip 5" in length with light soiling and some very

the 40 clip model with a number of salmon flies still in it (including a few featherwings)

Engraved "John Emery 569"

Weight 13 1/4 oz

Boat rash exists on rims

All hardware for the rod and tube were handmade in my shop

Squared bakelite winding check flows seamlessly into the squared half-wells grip measuring 6" in length

known as some of the best graphite rods ever produced

This is an exquisite little gem of a medium-action rod with 2 dry tips and one wet

For sale here is a handsome leather rod tube 47" in length with a 1 9/16" diameter

While not in collector condition

Please note: there is some dust in the varnish of all sections

Excellent++ condition with slightly faded anodizing on the faceplate