R.K. Bolt Bamboo Fly Rod 8'6" 2/2 #5

R.K. Bolt Bamboo Fly Rod 8'6" 2/2 #5An RK Bolt bamboo fly rod, 8'6", 2 piece, 2 tip and built for a #5 line. Serial #8601. The rod weighs 4 ounces. Mint, unfished condition with the plastic still on the grip. This rod was made from Howells blanks, which Robert offers from a very limited supply. Medium fast action. The rod sections are stained a chestnut color and done in a two opposed node pattern. Brown main wraps with yellow edges and a band of red at the keeper. Carbide stripper and

beautiful varnish and great attention to design detail

The script remains clean and bold

Made in Japan

8'6" 3/2 - one tip is 1/2" short

It is in used but very good condition

7'6 for a DT5 line

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There is some soiling to the grip and the start of some casting cracks at the ferrule wraps

Ribbed brass foot with an ebonite handle

The sleeve over ferrules fit together perfectly with silver witness marks for easy alignment

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