R.L. Winston Bamboo Rod 8' 2/2 #5 7 Weight Blonde cane with dark gold

Blonde cane with dark gold silks tipped in cardinal

The tension regulator works as intended

Mario's description of the action is spot on

Polished aluminum tube with brass top

As with many of my rods from this period

R.L. Winston Bamboo Rod 8' 2/2 #5 7 Weight Blonde cane with dark goldFor sale here is a Brackett era Winston Rod Co. bamboo rod 8', 2 2 for a 5 weight line. Serial #3544. 3 3 4 oz. scripted weight. 4 1 4 oz. actual weight due to the nickel silver reel seat hardware. Near mint condition having been fished a couple of times although there are no apparent signs of use. This is a great 5 wt rod for throwing smaller flies with fine tippets. Medium action with a dry fly action. Comes with original Winston bag and tube.