There is a reel foot impressions on the walnut slide band seat
Most of the original leading (and lacquer) remains on the reel surface
with a maximum width of 2 1/2" (measure width from the widest point on the backplate to the end of the handle knob on the faceplate)
The rod is full length with very slight sets in both sections (easily straightened)
a modified Parabolic 18 from the late Mr
Tom Morgan Graphite Fly Rod 8'6" 2/1 #5 4 Weight There is a reel footA nice Tom Morgan Rodsmiths graphite fly rod, 8'6", 2 piece, 1 tip, and built for a #5 line. Serial number 15 5 02. The rod appears to have been perhaps lawn cast at most, I can't find any indication that it has been fished. Translucent wraps with fine gold tipping at the winding check, signature wrap, female ferrule, and tip top. Bright guides. The rod has a hook keeper and red agate stripping guide. The length and line as well as the serial number