Gary Howells Bamboo Fly Rod 8’6" 2/2 #6 8 Weight The reel appears to have

The reel appears to have a factory leaded finish

Akimaru finishes the rods with his proprietary "F" oil for a light matte finish

Originally called the "Ted Williams Model" before Williams asked Young not to include his name in the official name of the rod

Elegant blued nickel silver cap and ring reel seat over a mortised walnut spacer

Made by Doug Merrick and Gary Howells in 1958

Gary Howells Bamboo Fly Rod 8’6" 2/2 #6 8 Weight The reel appears to haveA nice Gary Howells fly rod, 8'6", 2 piece, 2 tips, and built for a #6 line. Serial #4159 indicating a 1975 manufacture date. The data sticker on the tube and the rod shaft state the weight at 4 1 4 ounces but my scale has it closer to 4. 6 ounces. The rod action is on the faster side of medium. The condition is lightly used with some grip soiling but no significant issues, and the rod is nice and straight with nice tight ferrule fits. Oven tempered