HL Leonard Model 39-5 DF Bamboo Fly Rod 7'6" 2/2 #5 3-piece Jim was told this was

Jim was told this was the third midge rod ever built by Paul

Serial #8077

A cortland line sticker is affixed to the backplate

The overall package is just spectacular

full flexing action which would be ideal for fishing tricos

HL Leonard Model 39-5 DF Bamboo Fly Rod 7'6" 2/2 #5 3-piece Jim was told this wasA nice Maxwell period HL Leonard model 39DF 5 bamboo fly rod, 7'6", 2 piece, 2 tips, and built for a #5 line. Serial number #435, with a manufacture date circa 1979. The rod weighs 3. 9 ounces on my scale. Medium fast, dry fly action. Lightly used condition with some very light soiling to the gip and some oxidation loss to the cap and ring, but that's about it. The rod is nice and straight and the ferrules fit perfectly. The rod has the Leonard