VFT1924
For sale here is a Thomas & Thomas Salmon 8'6" 2/2 7wt bamboo fly rod. Serial no. 4615. The rod is in excellent plus overall condition. The original fighting butt section is included. All sections are original, full length and straight. Richly flamed cane with bright red transparent wraps. Beautiful varnish, a hallmark of T&T rods though there is a bit of light wear in places. The tips are marked with one and two black dots at the ferrules and tip-tops. Well endowed swelled butt that T&T is known for. Western style grip 6 3/8" in length with light soiling. Fine nickel silver up-locking reel seat with a beautifully figured mortised wood spacer. The butt cap features a socket in which the removable handle extension fits. Oxidized step-down swiss style ferrules size 15/64 with a nice and tight fit. Medium-fast action. Rod weighs 7 oz. without the fighting butt and 9 1/4 oz with. Includes original T&T bag with dowel stiffener and tag. The tube is a beautiful darkly tanned leather tube with a wooden cap and brass accents. Don't miss out on this handsome T&T Salmon rod that exemplifies the quality and craftsmanship this fine company has always been known for.