Payne Model 98 Bamboo Rod 7' 2/2 #5 9'3" Judging by the guide foot

Judging by the guide foot stains on the mid and the ghosting on the tips this rod has been refinished and may have been cut down from a 9 foot

Also comes with the fly line attached

For sale here is a very fine and scarce LH Design titanium fly reel

The grip is reverse tapered (skinnier on the bottom and thicker on the top)

Payne Model 98 Bamboo Rod 7' 2/2 #5 9'3" Judging by the guide footFor sale here is a Payne Model 98 in excellent plus condition. The rod was restored by George Guba. The rod weighs 3 1 8 oz. 7' 2 2 for a 5 weight line. Cap and ring reel seat over spanish cedar. Red agate stripping guide. All sections are full length and straight, and the ferrule fit is perfect. Complete with original bag, tube, and hang tag.