HL Leonard Model 73 "Knight" Pattern Parabolic rod 7'9" 2/2 #4

HL Leonard Model 73 "Knight" Pattern Parabolic rod 7'9" 2/2 #4For sale here is a rare offering from the HL Leonard Rod Company, a 7'9" Model 73 "Knight" Pattern Parabolic rod. This is a pre fire Leonard rod, having THE LEONARD ROD, H. L. LEONARD ROD CO. MAKERS, REG U. S. PAT OFF stamped on the butt cap. Full flexing parabolic action compared to your typical Leonard rod. The swell above the grip in the butt section dampens some of the typical "into the grip" feeling of most parabolic rods. The resulting feel is a

Includes original gray bag and tube with silver and blue foil label

It doesn't get any better than this

re-wrapping some of the guides and ferrules with the proper silks

For sale here is an impregnated Orvis - Far and Fine Madison 7'6" 5wt 2/1 bamboo rod

The reel accommodates an 8wt line with ample backing

the fit is perfect

brass-capped aluminum tube with nicely preserved label

Dark straw oven temper cane

the action is on the medium side of medium-fast capable of considerable delicacy and finesse with terrific tippet protection

The rod is in mint unused condition

Wrapped brown at the check

black high-speed steel snake guides