Payne Model 96 Bamboo Rod 6'6" 2/2 #3

Payne Model 96 Bamboo Rod 6'6" 2/2 #3For sale here is a Payne Model 96 in excellent plus original condition. The original paper wrapping remains on the grip but the rod has been fished. The varnish shows some use marks. The rod weighs 2 1 2 oz. Six and one half feet long with two sections and two tips. Oxidized cap and ring reel seat over all cork reel seat. Payne brown silks tipped gold with additional purple tipping at the winding check and male ferrules. All sections are full length

warranty and other paperwork

varnished light colored rod shafts

51 were first model reels with the external oil pipe

The reel is in near mint condition with only the most minor of handling marks

Anodized rims

Summers has since applied a very light protective overcoat of varnish to the cane and wraps

Plus reels are Type III Hard Anodized because type III is a superior coating for an outdoor product

This is a great rod for light streamer work

The action is a wonderful medium fast dry fly for a 4 weight line though some might prefer a 3 weight

Capacity is up to WF8 plus 200 yds of 20 lb

Both in near mint condition with only the slightest of handling marks

Cap states "Payne