Payne Model 98 Bamboo Rod 7' 2/2 #4/5 Gary Howells labeled burgundy bag with pocket

labeled burgundy bag with pocket for ferrule plugs

For sale here is a Payne Model 96 in excellent original condition

currently setup for right

The adjustable drag works well

The top portion is made from genuine Leonard Rod Company 51-7 Hunt butt section

Payne Model 98 Bamboo Rod 7' 2/2 #4/5 Gary Howells labeled burgundy bag with pocketFor 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