Dutch Box -- Neal's Model #34

Dutch Box -- Neal's Model #34Dave ("Dutch") Schultz has been crafting these boxes for over 30 years. He spends his summer months on the banks of the Henry's Fork and in winter months he calls Steamboat Springs, CO home. Do yourself a favor and grab a box while you can. Yes, these boxes sell for less than a Hardy Neroda box! The boxes have been in a private collection and may have some slight signs of handling over the years. 4 3 8 x 3 3 16 x 1 1 8 2. 20 oz.

very dense cane

Oxidized and truncated step ferrules

these rods carry an unconditional warranty and will be around long after the builders have passed to the great waters on the other side

Frame diameter is 4" and the spool width is 1 3/8"

The rod has been fished very slightly but is still in excellent shape

three triangular voids leaving a T-shape

The first guide down from the top was also re-wrapped in a slightly darker thread

Weighs 11 ounces

Serial #6304 and feels perfect for #3/4 weight line

Made in 1966

leaded finish

there is some light wear to the varnish in the form of scratches and small chips