CRI (Catskill Research Incorporated) Model 2400 fly reel 14' One of the tips is

One of the tips is down 3" and has been re-wrapped at the tip-top with incorrect silk

bamboo rod -- the Gierach/Best Taper signature rod

Stamped D9

More importantly it is not often you come across a rod with this kind of major historical significance

The rod also has some soiling on the grip

CRI (Catskill Research Incorporated) Model 2400 fly reel 14' One of the tips isFor sale here is a Model 2400 fly reel from CRI, or Catskill Research Incorporated. Made in Japan. Excellent plus condition. 3. 50" diameter, 1. 30" frame width. Made like an Orvis CFO, only better in my opinion. The spool and frame were hand honed from a single block of aluminum, rather than cast. The reels featured a pure brass counterbalance and a beautiful resin impregnated rosewood handle. Right or left hand retrieve. Capacity is WF8+190 or