Payne Model 197 Bamboo Rod 7'6" 3/2 #5 14' impregnated cane with caramel colored

impregnated cane with caramel colored wraps

The reel is in excellent mechanical condition with some minor frame wear

There is no scarf evident

Intended for line weights 3-5

6'8" 3-piece for a 3 weight line

Payne Model 197 Bamboo Rod 7'6" 3/2 #5 14' impregnated cane with caramel coloredFor sale here is a stellar Payne Model 197 bamboo rod from the 1960's. Excellent ++ overall condition. 7'6" 3 2 for a 5 weight line (some like a DT4 as well). The rod weighs 3 7 8 oz and is marked 4 oz. on the hang tag. Up locking reel seat over the standard spanish cedar spacer. A classic Jim Payne rod with the "Made for Abercrombie & Fitch Co." die stamp on the up locking ring, along with the Payne die stamp. The grip is western style and has a bit