McKinley, Ron / Macklin Customs Bamboo Rod 7'6" 2/2 #4/5 8 Weight The tip is 1" shorter

The tip is 1" shorter than the butt section

The tips are mirrored so as to provide consistent action regardless of the tip being used

The cigar grip is 6 1/2" in length with only the slightest evidence of being handled

The rod remains in like new condition

For sale here is a Jerry Kustich (of R

McKinley, Ron / Macklin Customs Bamboo Rod 7'6" 2/2 #4/5 8 Weight The tip is 1" shorterFor sale here is a masterpiece presentation rod by Ron McKinley, who made rods under the name "Macklin Customs". This rod is 7 1 2 feet with two sections and two tips, based on a Leonard taper and style. Perfectly executed cosmetics in my opinion. On the bottom of the butt cap is a beyond amazing scrimshaw insert with a Royal Wulff pattern. The action of this rod I would rate as on the medium side of medium fast, plenty of reserve power. Rod weighs 4.