Payne Model 103 Fly Rod 8' 2/2 #5/6 11' and hand-built multiplier salmon fly

and hand-built multiplier salmon fly reel is number 264 of only 500 made worldwide

No repairs and free of cracks

A lot of rods come across my workbench and it is a real pleasure to handle a rod like this with such an outstanding level of craftsmanship

reel seat with a burled Claro walnut spacer (from Per

Payne Model 103 Fly Rod 8' 2/2 #5/6 11' and hand-built multiplier salmon flyA very nice Payne Model 103 fly rod, 8', 2 piece, 2 tip, and built for a #5 or #6 line. Excellent original condition, with all sections full length and straight. A scarce model that you don't come across often. Medium fast dry fly action. The rod weighs 4. 6 ounces on my scale. Beautiful Payne medium colored cane. Chestnut wraps with gold tipping and gold and purple tipping at the winding check and male ferrules. Oxidized ferrules. Hook keeper. 6"