Homer Jennings Bamboo Fly Rod 8' 2/2 #5 7' features the flat back plate

features the flat back plate

For sale here is a bamboo rod made by Gary Marshall from the UK -- 8' 6wt Paul Young Para 15 taper

Also of note is the spare reel foot on the 4" reel is missing

The agate line guide is blemish-free

Homer Jennings Bamboo Fly Rod 8' 2/2 #5 7' features the flat back plateA Homer Jennings bamboo fly rod, 8', 2 piece, 2 tip, and built for a #4 or #5 line. Serial #457. The rod weighs 4 ounces. Moderately full flexing action but quick enough to put into the dry fly category. Condition is one of modest use, some early cracks from casting and very minor downward set (almost unnoticeable and not enough to warrant straightening) to both tips. The grip may have been cleaned chemically at some point. Light tan color cane with