Cunningham, Rick - Garrison Model 212E 8' 2/2 6wt Bamboo Rod 3-Piece The ferrule on the butt

The ferrule on the butt section has been rewrapped but done very professionally

The bluing also shows some wear around the edges

The western-style grip is soiled but in otherwise fine shape

Handsome banded agate stripping guide

The bottom of the threaded portion of the tube is cracked but does not affect the cap being screwed on securely

Cunningham, Rick - Garrison Model 212E 8' 2/2 6wt Bamboo Rod 3-Piece The ferrule on the buttFor sale here is a Garrison Model 212E taper bamboo rod built by Rick Cunningham of Texas. This is a stellar example of the very popular progressive medium fast action Garrison model 212E. RIck calls it "The Westerner" and absolutely nailed it with this description of what the rod is perfect for, big western rivers where one needs a rod with backbone to throw big bugs into the wind. The rod appears to be in mint, un fished condition. This rod is