Simroe, Ted -- Model 2765 -- 7'6 2/2 5wt Bamboo Rod 13' Howells 8' fly rod in

Howells 8' fly rod in near mint condition

This one is still original

used the Colorado Special 8642 as his personal fishing rod

the same maker's mark can be seen on the crank arm of this first model

Original ribbed alloy foot is unmolested

Simroe, Ted -- Model 2765 -- 7'6 2/2 5wt Bamboo Rod 13' Howells 8' fly rod inFor sale here is a brand new rod built by Ted Simroe, legendary rod builder with the H. L. Leonard Rod Company in the 1960's and 1970's. Model number 2765 which is a 7 1 2 foot rod for a 5 weight line. Medium slow to medium action. This rod is definitely capable of casting a longer line than is usually required on the stream. Serial number 834. Two sections with two tips. The rod weighs 3 1 2 oz. Light straw colored cane. Cigar grip. Bright ferrules,