VFT2018
For sale here is a H.L. Leonard Model 50-6 bamboo rod -- 8'0" 3/2 for a six weight line. Serial #81145, made shortly after Tom Maxwell left the company. The rod is in excellent+ original condition. All sections are full length and straight with no repairs. Straw colored cane with red wraps and full intermediates. The tips are marked one and two for convenience. Swelled butt. Cigar grip 6" in length displays only light soiling. Nickel silver cap and ring reel seat over a beautiful mortised tiger maple spacer. The ferrules are size 11/64 and 17/64 with an excellent fit. Indented witness marks on the ferrules. The rod weighs 4.70 oz. The action is swift, a medium-fast dry-fly with plenty of power from the swelled butt. The fine tips allow for finesse and tippet protection. A terrific rod for far and fine fishing, large, bushy dries, and lighter streamers. Included with the rod are the original tan canvas bag and aluminum tube with brass fittings.