Homer Jennings Wind River Fly Rod 7'9" 2/2 #5

Homer Jennings Wind River Fly Rod 7'9" 2/2 #5A very nice Homer L Jennings fly rod, 7'9", 2 piece, 2 tips, built for a #5 line. Serial #413. A "Wind River" model labeled "23 4 96". This rod is in near mint condition with just a hint of brassing to the butt cap edge and a micro amount of hand soiling to the grip. Medium fast action. The ferrule fits are just right and the rod is very straight. Excellent quality varnish work. The rod tempered to a wheat straw color and is built in a three up node

the rod has a smooth progressive dry fly feel

Currently set up for LHW but can be switched to right prior to shipping

Hardy's Continental Special also shared similar casting characteristics and features the staggered ferrule design

Aluminum up-locking reel seat over bakelite

This rod will ship from the UK

and buttons are all silver

complete with pouch and stunning bamboo presentation box

Straw colored cane with transparent olive colored wraps

the ferrules are size 18/64 and 28/64

Fine mechanical condition

Solid aluminium back plate with optional check

Includes original bag with hang tag and stiffening dowel as well as the original tube with brass fittings