Weiler, Art - Garrison Model 209E 7'9 2/2 5-6wt Bamboo Rod

Weiler, Art - Garrison Model 209E 7'9 2/2 5-6wt Bamboo RodFor sale here is a Garrison Model 209E taper bamboo rod built by Art Weiler of Pennsylvania. A very nice reproduction of an extremely popular and classic five to six weight taper. The rod has been fished but remains in excellent plus condition. Both tips have minor fishing sets. The rod's action is progressive and medium fast. Nickel silver cap and ring over all cork reel seat. A very nice fly rod that should see time on the water soon! ON HOLD

The grip has a 1/2 inch gouge as shown in the first photo

This is a brand new rod that I finished for a customer but things fell through on his end

and contributed to many of their innovations over the years

The 1/2" cork rings are of the highest quality

The spool in the original pouch

the butt cap features the Hardy stamp

A great trout stick

Leonard Mills Model 44

co-author of the Lyle Dickerson book

The ferrules are size 12/64 with a great fit

Eight pillars on the inside of the spool form a cage around the drag mechanism to protect it from the line

A terrific rod for those especially tight and brushy streams