Gary Howells Bamboo Rod 8' 2/2 #5 7'3" Serial Q-76-5 dates the rod

Serial Q-76-5 dates the rod to 1948

The box comes with the flies shown

The rod features beige wraps with burgundy tipping at the winding check

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This rod is remarkably straight

Gary Howells Bamboo Rod 8' 2/2 #5 7'3" Serial Q-76-5 dates the rodFor sale here is a Gary Howells bamboo rod in excellent plus condition 8 feet for a 5 weight in the standard 2 2 format, labeled 3 3 4 oz. Serial number 4424. This rod has been fished very sparingly and well taken care of. Carbide stripping guide, wrapped in brown thread with gold trim. Reverse half wells grip, cap and ring reel seat over cork. Includes original red bag and labeled aluminum tube. Label is in excellent condition as well.