Payne Model 98 Bamboo Rod 7' 2/2 #4 7 Weight Made in 1976

Made in 1976

Serial number 70950

Blued nickel silver up-locking sliding band reel seat over a mortised burl wood spacer

The rod includes original embroidered bag with original aluminum tube

Swiss style ferrules wtih knurled collar on the male slides

Payne Model 98 Bamboo Rod 7' 2/2 #4 7 Weight Made in 1976For sale here is a Payne Model 98 in excellent plus condition. The rod weighs 2 3 4 oz. 7' 2 2 for a 4 weight line. All sections are full length and straight. The rod's varnish had melted down so the prior owner stripped the original varnish and brushed on one new coat. Very nicely done. The silks, oxidized hardware and guides are 100% original, as is the grip. Chestnut brown wraps with gold tipping. Browntone cane. Cigar grip in excellent condition.