VFT2739
For sale here is a beautiful Thomas and Thomas "Classic" Bamboo Rod - 8' 2/1 5wt. Serial no. 5721. The rod is in mint original condition. All sections are full length and straight. Dark flame tempered cane with transparent/clear cinnamon wraps. Black, amber, cinnamon tipping at the winding check and ferrules. Ring hook keeper. Sculpted nickel silver winding check. Western-style grip. Bright nickel silver uplocking reel seat over a fine mortised wood spacer. Blued guides and ferrules. Swiss style step-down ferrules, size 13/64. The fit is excellent. The rod weighs 5 1/4 oz. Medium-fast action.
T&T "Classic" series description:
Classic Series Bamboo rods are built around finely tuned tapers resulting in extremely smooth, medium actions. The impregnated finish creates a rod that is incredibly durable while still pleasing on the eye. These rods are built to be fished and find favor among anglers that seek the joys of bamboo but have no intention of giving their fly rods the 'white glove' treatment. $1950 retail price.
Original bag with dowell stiffener and tube with label and fine brass fittings.