Sage SP 389-5 -- 8'9" 3wt 5pc Graphite Fly Rod

Sage SP 389-5 -- 8'9" 3wt 5pc Graphite Fly RodFor sale here is a Sage SP 389 Graphite IV 8'9" 3 weight 5 piece fly rod. The rod includes two tip sections, a feature rarely seen with graphite rods. Excellent condition. All sections fit together tightly as they should. Deep green blank. Reverse half wells grip is 6 3 8" in length and moderately soiled. Nickel silver uplocking reel seat with a fine walnut spacer; the seat could use a good polishing. The rod has a fast action with fine tips capable

screw-top hardware

The writing is likely that of Bessie Bailey

with some bag imprint

Retailed new in 1999 for $2

The spool and drag adjuster are anodized black

the hard rubber side plates are in very good condition with one scratch and no cracks

The choice of an uplocking seat for a lighter rod was somewhat rare and was made by the original customer

The rod weighs a lean 2

stripers and other saltwater species

All original and an excellent example of the Leonard Rod Company artistry at that period

The reel includes the original felt pouch and Cortland Sylk DT4F line in like new condition

I am not sure if the bag is original but the brass topped rod tube certainly is