Gary Howells Bamboo Fly Rod 7’6" 2/2 #5 3 Weight B-9 taper with hang tag

B-9 taper with hang tag

A 1979 manufacture date nearing the end of the "Maxwell" period at Leonard

Slight spool wobble and end play - could probably use a re-bushing but fishable as is

Recommended Lines – 7-10 weight

A great opportunity to land one of John's fine rods for much less of a price than most we've offered here

Gary Howells Bamboo Fly Rod 7’6" 2/2 #5 3 Weight B-9 taper with hang tagA nice Gary Howells fly rod, 7'6", 2 piece, 2 tip, built for a #5 line. Serial # 4323 indicating a 1977 manufacture date. Official weight of 3 1 8 ounces though weighs 3. 6 on my scale. The rod action is on the slower side of medium. The condition is lightly used with some soiling to the grip but no chips, hook digs, scratches to the varnish or any other issues. The rod is straight and the ferrule fit is excellent. The cane is oven tempered to a light