R.L. Winston Bamboo Rod 8' 2/2 #5/6 EF Payne Rod Company The reel operates as if

The reel operates as if it's like new

we get double the drag surface area

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No use marks exist except for one very tiny mark in the anodizing on the back plate

The reel has been used and very well cared for

R.L. Winston Bamboo Rod 8' 2/2 #5/6 EF Payne Rod Company The reel operates as ifFor sale here is a Brackett era Winston Rod Co. bamboo rod 8', 2 2 for a 5 or 6 weight line. Serial no. 1877. 4 oz scripted weight. 4 1 4 oz. actual weight. Near mint condition. Great western rod for big flies and windy situations. The rod has lots of reserve power compared to some of the lighter tipped 5wt Winston rods that seem more appropriate for smaller flies and finer tippets. Comes with original Winston bag and tube.