Payne Model 204 Bamboo Rod 8'6" 3/2 #5 8'6" This reel is priced attractively

This reel is priced attractively based on the spool showing some minor corrosion as well as having a slight chip in it (see last photo)

These reels are exceedingly scarce so don't miss this chance to add a very nice example of a very historic and very high quality early American fly reel to your collection

This rod also incorporates a negative ferrule drop

wind the guides and prepare the rod for shipping

This would make an excellent all around rod on just about any trout creek or stream

Payne Model 204 Bamboo Rod 8'6" 3/2 #5 8'6" This reel is priced attractivelyFor sale here is a beautiful Payne Model 204 bamboo rod 8'6 3 2 5 wt weighing 5 oz. Rod is in excellent+++ restored condition. Steve Blake performed the restoration. All sections are full length and dead straight. Includes original cloth bag with a few small holes in it and original aluminum tube. Steve did a marvelous restoration job on this rod.