R.L. Winston Al Wilson's Bamboo Rod 8' 2/2 #5 14' Marked 38-4 on the wrap

Marked 38-4 on the wrap flat (the keeper is also on the wrap flat)

Very good used condition showing normal wear

One tip has been used much more than the other one as the guides show some grooving and should be replaced

Brown wraps with yellow edges

The rod feels very light in the hand with medium action

R.L. Winston Al Wilson's Bamboo Rod 8' 2/2 #5 14' Marked 38-4 on the wrapFor sale here is a very special R. L. Winston Rod Co. bamboo rod (Morgan Brackett era) 8', 2 2 for a 5 weight line. Made for Al Wilson, who played a significant role in the designing of Winston rods at the time, specifically the grips, reel seats, and wood spacers. With a background of 30 years in the furniture cabinet making business his attention to detail and skills were among the best. We purchased this rod from Wilson's nephew in 2011. The bottom