VFT235
For sale here is a late 1970's H.L. Leonard Model 39 bamboo rod -- 7'6" 2/2 for a 5 weight line. Serial no. 2508. Listed weight of 3 5/8 oz. The rod is in excellent+ original condition.
Straw colored blonde cane with crimson wraps and green tipping at the winding check and male ferrules. Deeply blued guides. Handsome swelled butt. Ring hook keeper. The cigar grip measures 5 1/2" in length with mild soiling. Down-locking reel seat over a butternut spacer with a nickel silver butt cap. The step-down ferrules have an excellent fit and feature indented witness marks. The rod weighs in at 3.40 oz. The action is very smooth, on the medium side of medium-fast with terrific recovery. Includes original yellow bag with stiffening dowel and original tube with label fully intact.
Don't miss out on this wonderful Model 39 that's sure to find a regular spot in your rod quiver.