James Reams Fly Rod 8'3" 2/2 #5 1 Weight chocolate colored cane with a

chocolate colored cane with a matte finish

The Ritz style grip is in excellent condition with only one light blemish

This can likely be easily removed

These are extremely hard to find in such amazing condition

The reel foot is 3 3/8" in length

James Reams Fly Rod 8'3" 2/2 #5 1 Weight chocolate colored cane with aA nice Jim Reams bamboo fly rod, 8'3", 2 piece, 2 tips, built for a #5 line. Hollow built construction. Serial number "151 7 05HB" lettered on the shaft, and one flat right "James L Reams, Maker". The rod weighs 3. 80 oz and is on the faster side of medium fast with a pleasing, authoritative action. Excellent plus, lightly used condition. Lightly tempered cane with an almost pumpkin tone color, and the nodes are done in a two opposed pattern.