Heddon Model #8 1 1/2F bamboo rod

Heddon Model #8 1 1/2F bamboo rodFor sale here is a very nice Heddon in a very usable size. This is a Heddon #8 in the 8' 3 2 configuration for a 5wt line. This is the sought after 1 1 2 ferrule size model. The rod is in extremely nice shape and still retains the "Spiros San Fransisco" label from the store where it was sold, a very nice casting all around rod. There is a very minor click in the first ferrule from wood shrinkage as the rod spent a number of years in Colorado's dry

Mechanically the reel is still in good condition with a good RHW fixed check and some end play like most Uniqua-style reels

For sale here is a Bob Summers Model 735 bamboo rod in excellent overall condition

This is the “standard” Leonard model

Strong DF action

A few small dings and scuffs but excellent used condition overall

Note: The 1889 catalog copy shown is not this exact model

One of the original tip sections is missing

HANDLE IS LOOSE

Bright guides and ferrules

The rod is kept in its original bag in great condition and original Garrison tube

1998 first edition

Length: 8'9"