Payne Model 98 Bamboo Rod 7' 2/2 #4/5 Two Handed Fly Rod Set up for left hand

Set up for left hand retrieve

There is a spare spool for this reel available here

I'm not certain if the black anodized aluminum down-locking reel seat with rubber end button is original or not

Burgundy wraps and black tipping at the winding check and male ferrules

Medium dark cane with red silk wraps

Payne Model 98 Bamboo Rod 7' 2/2 #4/5 Two Handed Fly Rod Set up for left handFor sale here is a Payne Model 98 in excellent plus condition. The rod weighs 3 oz. 7' 2 2 for a 4 5 weight line. The action of the rod is a bit faster than most of the earlier Model 98s that weighed less. Cap and ring reel seat over spanish cedar. All sections are full length and straight, and the ferrule fit is perfect. Walt Carpenter re wrapped one guide, re oxidized the reel seat hardware, applied a slight overcoat of varnish to the wraps, and