R.L. Winston Bamboo Rod 8' 2/1 #4/5 13' Original Hardy pouches included

Original Hardy pouches included

Medium caramel colored oven-tempered cane in 3 up node configuration

and Abel bag with leather tab and foam interior

The reel is in mint condition

The fighting butt is in excellent+ condition

R.L. Winston Bamboo Rod 8' 2/1 #4/5 13' Original Hardy pouches includedFor sale here is a San Francisco era Winston Rod Co. bamboo rod 8' 2 1 for a 4 or 5 weight line. Serial #8999. 3 3 4 oz. scripted and actual weight. Doug Merrick era. This rod was sold by Norm Thompson and has simpler wraps than the typical Winston and no hook keeper. The rod is in excellent condition. Blonde cane with cinnamon silks. All script remains clean and bold. Handsome bakelite winding check. Full wells grip with moderate soiling and light