RK Bolt Bamboo Rod 7'6" 2/2 #5 8' the writing on the tube

the writing on the tube sticker appears to be consistent with the penmanship on most Larry Foster era rods after Tom Maxwell's departure

Weighs 12 3/4 oz

Down lock screw lock with a walnut insert

The rod is in excellent condition with light wear

Lovely honey-toned cane with classic bronze/brown silks

RK Bolt Bamboo Rod 7'6" 2/2 #5 8' the writing on the tubeFor sale here is a R. K. Bolt bamboo rod 7 1 2 feet for a 5 weight in the standard 2 2 format, labeled 3 1 4 oz. Serial number 0816. Excellent++ condition. Medium tempered honey toned cane. Bronze wraps with canary yellow tipping. Red and yellow tipping at the winding check. The wraps are exceptional, double wrapped at the base of the guide foot and wrapped all the way up the ferrule; an obvious Howells and Winston influence. Bright guides. Ring hook