Walt Carpenter Browntone 7'6 2/2 5wt bamboo rod

Walt Carpenter Browntone 7'6 2/2 5wt bamboo rodFor sale here is a Walt Carpenter Browntone 7'6 2 2 5wt bamboo rod. An absolutely gorgeous rod! Made in 1982. Mint condition with only the slightest signs of handling. The rod weighs 3. 7 oz. Comes with original bag and tube. Mr. Carpenter is a recognized master of the Catskill school of rod building and has recently announced he is no longer taking new orders. Please note: Payment is requested by bank check or wire transfer. If you must pay by Paypal

These reels were made from 1985-1988 and are super hard to find in excellent overall condition like this one

The book is bound in full black leather with gilt titles on the spine and front cover

Non adjustable drag

The finish on this reel is Defence Standard Type 3 hard anodising which makes the reel scratch resistant

Orvis later brought this concept mainstream in 1972 with the introduction of the CFO model

2:1 retrieve ratio

A very fine fly rod that needs time on the water

Golden brown wraps with black tipping

two sections and one tip

The reel foot had a sticker on it at some point that was removed

The cork grip on this rod is thicker than standard

Wraps and varnish are exquisite - chestnut wraps tipped black