Payne Model 98 Bamboo Rod 7' 2/2 #4/5 Gary Howells The Starlight Creek rods were

The Starlight Creek rods were favorites of Harry Middleton

For sale here is a Payne Model 96 in excellent original condition

Harvey Eckert (illustrator)

The badge inside reads "Made for Von Lengerke & Detmold Inc

Payne Model 98 Bamboo Rod 7' 2/2 #4/5 Gary Howells The Starlight Creek rods wereFor sale here is a Payne Model 98 in excellent plus condition. The rod weighs 3 oz. 7' 2 2 for a 4 5 weight line. The action of the rod is a bit faster than most of the earlier Model 98s that weighed less. Cap and ring reel seat over spanish cedar. All sections are full length and straight, and the ferrule fit is perfect. Walt Carpenter re wrapped one guide, re oxidized the reel seat hardware, applied a slight overcoat of varnish to the wraps, and