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SKU: VFT1456
For sale here is a Paul H. Young Perfectionist Model -- 7'6" 2/2 4-5wt bamboo fly rod. Serial no. 4560. Made during the Bob Summers' era at the PHY Rod Co. The rod is in excellent+ and original condition. All sections are full length, straight and have never been repaired.
The rod features the signature PHY mottle-flamed look that appeals to so many. Deep golden/copper wraps blend well for an understated look. Blued guides. Carbide stripping guide. The script, in Bob Summers' hand, remains clean and bold. It reads, First flat: "Dale R. Tyree" Second flat: A Paul H. Young Co. Rod Third flat: Perfectionist 7'6" 2 1/2 oz.
Garrison style hook keeper. Cigar/Garrison-style grip only lightly soiled and quite smooth. Black aluminum dual sliding band reel seat with a cork spacer. The step-down ferrules are size 12/64 with a nice and tight fit. The parabolic action is medium-fast. The rod weighs 2.95 oz. Includes original satin bag showing only light wear with a small hole at the bottom of the butt sleeve and the first tip sleeve. Also, includes the original Champion-style tube. The tube is housed in a canvas cover for protection.
Don't miss out on this exceptional example of a Summers era "Perfectionist". You will not be disappointed.
Please note: Paypal is not accepted for international sales. Please use a credit card or choose "Direct Bank Transfer" if you purchase the rod online.
We attempt to ship all of our items via the United States Postal Service and do our best to ship at cost (if other shipping providers such as UPS / FedEx / DHL are required we may add a surcharge to the shipping costs stated below). Due to the importance of packing items carefully please allow up to two weeks for arrival (depending on how busy we are) though we certainly do our best to get items to you as expeditiously as possible. Our shipping rates are as follows, and are subject to change without notice.
Domestic Shipping - USA
| Shipping |
Item Value
|
Cost |
| USPS Priority Mail | $0 – $49.99 | $7 |
| USPS Priority Mail | $50 – $99.99 | $9 |
| USPS Priority Mail | $100 – $199.99 | $15 |
| USPS Priority Mail | $200 – $299.99 | $18 |
| USPS Priority Mail | $300 – $499.99 | $22 |
| USPS Priority Mail | $500 – $749.99 | $30 |
| USPS Priority Mail | $750 – $1,249.99 | $38 |
| USPS Priority Mail | $1,250 – $1,749.99 | $45 |
| USPS Priority Mail | $1,750 – $2,499.99 | $52 |
| USPS Priority Mail | $2,500 – $3,499.99 | $70 |
| USPS Priority Mail | $3,500 – $4,999.99 | $100 |
| USPS Priority Mail | $5,000 and up | $150 |
International Shipping - Canada
| Shipping |
Item Value
|
Shipping Cost |
| USPS First Class Mail (only available for reels and other small packages) | $0 - $400 | $30 |
| USPS Priority Mail | $0 - $1,000 | $50 |
| USPS Express Mail | $0 - $599.99 | $65 |
| USPS Express Mail | $600 – $999.99 | $75 |
| USPS Express Mail | $1,000 – $1,499.99 | $80 |
| USPS Express Mail | $1,500 – $1,999.99 | $85 |
| USPS Express Mail | $2,000 – $3,499.99 | $100 |
| USPS Express Mail | $3,500 – $4,999.99 | $120 |
| USPS Express Mail | $5,000 and up | $175 |
International Shipping - Japan
| Shipping |
Item Value
|
Shipping Cost |
| USPS First Class (only available for reels and other small packages) | $0 – $400 | $35 |
| USPS Priority Mail International (6-10 days) | $0 – $999.99 | $68 |
| USPS Express Mail International | $0 – $999.99 | $100 |
| USPS Express Mail International | $1,000 – $1,799.99 | $110 |
| USPS Express Mail International | $1,800 – $2,999.99 | $135 |
| USPS Express Mail International | $3,000 – $4,999.99 | $150 |
| USPS Express Mail International | $5,000.00 and up | $175 |
International Shipping - Rest of World
| Shipping |
Item Value
|
Shipping Cost |
| USPS First Class (for reels and other small packages only) | $0 – $400 | $30 |
| USPS Priority Mail International (6-10 days) | $0 – $999.99 | $60 |
| USPS Express Mail International | $0 – $499.99 | $80 |
| USPS Express Mail International | $500 – $999.99 | $90 |
| USPS Express Mail International | $1,000 – $1,799.99 | $100 |
| USPS Express Mail International | $1,800 – $2,999.99 | $115 |
| USPS Express Mail International | $3,000 – $4,999.99 | $150 |
| USPS Express Mail International | $5,000.00 and up | $175 |
All items come with a 3-day inspection period during which they can be returned to us for a full refund (provided that they are in the same condition in which they left our shop). Return shipping is the responsibility of the buyer. If an item is returned, we will issue a refund within 10 days. Refunds will be either administered by providing a check or, when possible, by canceling a credit card purchase.
Please note that any international customs duties (such as VAT, etc.) are the responsibility of the buyer. Massachusetts residents must pay a 6.25% sales tax on all purchases.
