Payne Model 97 Fly Rod 7' 2/2 #4 HL Leonard The action is an authoritative

The action is an authoritative medium-fast with plenty of backbone thanks in part to the swelled butt

that is better suited for a DT4 line

It's rare to find Howells rods in this length and configuration

10 corks or 5" long

Payne Model 97 Fly Rod 7' 2/2 #4 HL Leonard The action is an authoritativeA stunning EF Payne model 97 fly rod, 7', 2 piece, 2 tips and weighing 3. 2 ounces. Rare beyond belief, this rod is not just mint but still has the paper and gum strips on the grip. And to top it all off it is an uplocking screwlock model in this size, something I have never seen in this model. Dry fly action. Late 1950's construction date. This rod has all the Payne hallmarks, from the node layout to the perfect varnish to the brown wraps tipped