Payne Model 98 Bamboo Rod 7' 2/2 #4 7 Weight and backing ready for the

and backing ready for the water

Both tips are straight and the ferrules fit together tightly as they should

Swiss style ferrules wtih knurled collar on the male slides

For sale here is a rare Dingley reel with maker stamp -- 3 3/8" diameter

Brass capped aluminum tube

Payne Model 98 Bamboo Rod 7' 2/2 #4 7 Weight and backing ready for theFor sale here is a Payne Model 98 in excellent plus condition. The rod weighs 2 3 4 oz. 7' 2 2 for a 4 weight line. All sections are full length and straight. The rod's varnish had melted down so the prior owner stripped the original varnish and brushed on one new coat. Very nicely done. The silks, oxidized hardware and guides are 100% original, as is the grip. Chestnut brown wraps with gold tipping. Browntone cane. Cigar grip in excellent condition.