VFT177
[Weigh and check action after ferrule plug fix]
For sale here we have a beautiful rod from Japanese maker Kanjiro Nakao - an 8'6" 2/2 4wt hollow-built bamboo rod. Serial no. 1705. The rod is in near mint condition having only been lawn cast. All sections are full length and straight.
The rod features a satin finish over moderately tempered cane with 2 x 2 node spacing. Transparent olive wraps with black tipping and transparent intermediate wraps throughout. Blued guides. Numbered tips for convenience. The slender E.C. Powell-style grip measures 6" in length with only the slightest evidence of handling. Bright nickel silver cap and ring reel seat over a mortised wood spacer. The Swiss-style ferrules have a perfect fit; nice and snug. Includes fine nickel silver/cork ferrule plug. The rod weighs in at a svelte ___ oz. The action is a ____.... Includes the original bag, tube with label, and tube cover.
Nakao specializes in long light-line rods with the utmost attention paid to the action of the rod. His minimal elegant aesthetics complete the package. Definitely, a Japanee maker to keep your eye on. Don't miss the chance at one of his rods.