Tufts and Batson Bamboo Rod - 8' 3/2 5wt

Tufts and Batson Bamboo Rod - 8' 3/2 5wtHere is the latest from the team of Amelia Tufts and Gabe Batson, an 8' 3 2 5wt and man is it a beauty. This Sweet Home Oregon couple live right on the Santiam River and test cast and hone every taper they make. Both are expert casters, know what they want from their rods and they also know what they want them to look like, stunning. This rod is one that will handle large fish and has some backbone. It casts great at all distances. The attention to

There are also some slight marks in the varnish from normal use

Ferrules are size 10/64 and the ferrule fit is excellent

The full wells grip is 5 7/8" in length with only the slightest handling marks

Line capacity is 300 yards of 30lb backing and up to a WF12F line

Comes with the correct original bag but no tube

Nickel silver uplocking reel seat with fine knurled edges and a beautiful zebra wood spacer

The leading on the spool and frame is excellent

Hardy`s 1929 Angler`s guide

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