HL Leonard Model 50 1/2 Bamboo Rod 8'6" 3/2 #5 6'10" Comes with a yellow poplin

Comes with a yellow poplin bag with stiffener and leather pull tab

The cigar grip measures 5 7/8" in length with only light soiling

The varnish remains in excellent condition with only very light wear

All sections are full length and straight except for a very slight set in one tip

Mechanically the reel remains in good condition with a smooth click and somewhat weak spring tension favoring left hand retrieve

HL Leonard Model 50 1/2 Bamboo Rod 8'6" 3/2 #5 6'10" Comes with a yellow poplinFor sale here is a pre fire Leonard Model 50 1 2 bamboo rod 8 1 2 feet, 3 2 for a five weight line, likely made in the early to mid 1920's. The rod is in excellent+ refinished condition (George Guba refinish). All sections are full length and straight. Chinese red wraps over lightly tempered cane. Oxidized guides and tip tops. The butt section ferrule is stamped with the patent date. Handsome swelled butt. Cigar grip 4 3 4" in length has been cleaned