Payne Model 205 Bamboo Rod 8'6" 3/2 #5/6 Gary Howells Bright cap and ring seat

Bright cap and ring seat (unoxidized) and the varnished spacer appears to be maple

Bound in full black leather with gilt title and decoration on the spine

Unused condition

and "Reg'd trademark" on the shaft

9' 3-piece

Payne Model 205 Bamboo Rod 8'6" 3/2 #5/6 Gary Howells Bright cap and ring seatFor sale here is a Payne Model 205 bamboo rod 8 1 2' with three sections and two tips for a five or six weight line. Most preferred by a six weight line. Excellent plus condition. The rod was restored at some time by a very competent practitioner. The rod features beautifully tempered cane with chestnut wraps and black tipping. Black, gold, and purple tipping at the winding check and male ferrules. Slight and gradually swelled butt. Ring hook keeper.