HL Leonard Maxwell Era Duracane Bamboo Rod 8' 2/2 #5/6 Vintage Fly Tackle Step ferrule is stamped "28"

Step ferrule is stamped "28" on the female with a brass welt

the new handmade Fairy reel is identical to the historic model sold by William Mills and Co

The seven-setting adjustable drag is extremely strong at its heavier settings

The blued step down ferrules are size 16/64 with a pleasing fit

A beautiful Paul Young Perfectionist 2-piece 2-tip

HL Leonard Maxwell Era Duracane Bamboo Rod 8' 2/2 #5/6 Vintage Fly Tackle Step ferrule is stamped "28"For sale here is a H. L. Leonard Duracane bamboo rod from the Maxwell era. 8' 2 2 5 6wt. Serial #372. The rod weighs 4 oz. Excellent+ condition. Honey colored wraps. Chestnut brown wraps with black tipping at the winding check, ferrules, and tip tops. Original bag (with wooden dowel) and tube. All sections are full length and straight. The ferrules are 13 64 and the ferrule fit is excellent. Medium fast action. A fine example from one of the greatest