Thomas & Thomas Paradigm Bamboo Fly Rod 8'6" 2/2 #5 8 the original owner's name is

the original owner's name is also written

one marked "A&F Fly Fisherman" and one unmarked

The rod has the Leonard up-locking aluminum reel seat

For sale here is arguably the best casting salmon rod the Leonard Co

The rod is in excellent plus condition overall with only the tip top bluing evidencing signs of use

Thomas & Thomas Paradigm Bamboo Fly Rod 8'6" 2/2 #5 8 the original owner's name isA Thomas and Thomas Paradigm bamboo fly rod, 8'6", 2 piece, 2 tip, and built for a #5 line. Serial #5775. Weighs 4. 1 ounces on my scale. Impregnated model. Used but in very good condition. The rod is nice and straight with little to no oxidation loss on the hardware although the grip shows discoloration from hand soiling. Medium action. The blank has been lightly flamed and treated to the "tiger stripe" color scheme and done in a three up node