Bob Summers Model 856 Bamboo Rod 8' 2/2 #5/6 HL Leonard These bench-made Robichaud reels are

These bench-made Robichaud reels are super difficult to find on the resale market as not many were made

The original tip and the butt section appear to be totally original with no repairs

The rod doesn't appear to have ever been repaired

Near mint condition and looks to have been lawn cast only

these rods were also used in the shadow casting scene of the iconic movie "A River Runs Through It"

Bob Summers Model 856 Bamboo Rod 8' 2/2 #5/6 HL Leonard These bench-made Robichaud reels areFor sale here is a Bob Summers Model 856 bamboo rod in excellent ++ condition. 8' for a 5 or 6 line 2 2. Darkly flamed. Exquisitely wrapped brown silks matching the color of the cane. Reverse half wells grip with downlocking reel seat over a gorgeous walnut spacer. Excellent ferrule fit. Ferrule plug, original bag and tube included. This rod along with other fine items for sale here comes from the family collection of the Cardells of Birmingham, MI.