Bob Summers Model 856 Bamboo Rod 8' 2/2 #5/6 6'8" The gold standard of handcrafted

The gold standard of handcrafted reels

All in all a very well executed package

The rod appears to be fished very sparingly

Official backing capacity is up to a #7 line and 110 yards of 20lb backing

The action is medium-fast and dry fly action with a generously swelled butt

Bob Summers Model 856 Bamboo Rod 8' 2/2 #5/6 6'8" The gold standard of handcraftedFor sale here is a Bob Summers Model 856 bamboo fly rod. 8' 2 2 for a 5 6wt line. Serial no. 22578. The rod is in excellent+ original condition. The rod features handsome dark mottle flamed cane with exquisitely wrapped transparent, caramel brown silks matching the color of the cane. The script remains clean and bold and along with the rod information, the original owner's name is on one flat. Garrison style hook keeper. Large cigar style grip 6 1 2"