Leonard DF50 Fly Rod 8' 3/2 #5/6 7'4" This model was one of

This model was one of the three special rods Payne began offering in the 1950's

made shortly after Tom Maxwell's departure

Two-screw nickel silver line guide

Very nice varnish coats

No cracks in the hard rubber plates

Leonard DF50 Fly Rod 8' 3/2 #5/6 7'4" This model was one ofAn HL Leonard DF50 bamboo fly rod, 8', 3 piece, 2 tip and built for a #5 or #6 line. Serial #375. Weighs 4. 1 ounces. Made circa 1979 during the Maxwell period. This was the "standard" model. Medium fast action. Used but in excellent shape. Blonde cane with small three up nodes. The varnish is in excellent plus condition. No brassing to the pewter color oxidation on the step ferrules. The main wraps are a light yellow with an extra edge of burgundy