RL Winston Bamboo Fly Rod 8'6" 2/2 #7 Gary Howells This reel features a unique

This reel features a unique frame and spool design engraved with René’s signature

2 5/8" diameter with a spool width of 7/8"

The tube collar is split but the cap still threads onto it comfortably

Winston "Retro" 5' 2 piece 3 weight fiberglass fly rod

The sealed drag system has zero start-up inertia

RL Winston Bamboo Fly Rod 8'6" 2/2 #7 Gary Howells This reel features a uniqueA nice RL Winston bamboo fly rod, 8'6", 2 piece, 2 tip, and built for what feels to me like a #7 line. 4. 8 ounces on my scale. Serial #1910 from the Morgan Brackett era. Mint condition. Medium action. Wheatstraw oven tempered cane done in a three up node pattern. The rod is factory straight and the ferrule fits are excellent. The main wraps are tan or light yellow with cinnamon edges at the keeper, ferrules, and tip tops. Carbide stripper and chrome