Payne Model 96 Special Bamboo Rod - unused 6'6" 2/2 #3 8'3" Aluminium cap and ring over

Aluminium cap and ring over cork reel seat

The cane and hardware is entirely original and without repair

The rod is capable of considerable accuracy and finesse

foot and spool flanges

This reel could be dated as late as approximately 1880

Payne Model 96 Special Bamboo Rod - unused 6'6" 2/2 #3 8'3" Aluminium cap and ring overFor sale here is a Payne Model 96 "Special" in unused condition. The original paper wrapping remains on the grip. The rod weighs 2 1 4 oz. Six and one half feet long with two sections and two tips. Oxidized cap and ring reel seat over spanish cedar. Red agate stripping guide. Payne brown silks tipped gold with additional purple tipping at cork check and male ferrules. All sections are full length and straight, and the ferrule fit is perfect. Complete