Hidenobu Kotake (Bum) A8F Bamboo Fly Rod 8' 3/2 #5 1 Weight The rod is in near

The rod is in near mint condition with only the slightest of grip soiling

The double pillars

for the first time

The serial number is 096

3 7/8" diameter (4 1/4" across pillars) and 1 1/2 to 1 3/4" spool width

Hidenobu Kotake (Bum) A8F Bamboo Fly Rod 8' 3/2 #5 1 Weight The rod is in nearA Hidenobu Kotake (Bum Rod) "A8F" model bamboo fly rod, 8', 3 piece, 2 tip, and built for a #5 line. Serial #538. The rod weighs 3. 6 ounces. New condition. Medium action. This rod is built in a deformed octagon construction and hollow in the butt and mid. Flamed cane, medium tan color with darker patches. Three up node pattern for the butt and mid section, though the tips depart from this a bit. Excellent varnish. The main wraps are black with small