Paul Young / Don West "The General" Bamboo Rod 8'6" 2/2 #6/7 14' 13 cork western style grip

13 cork western style grip

The butt section has plenty of power for long casts and big fish

Large full wells grip measures 6 3/4" in length with light soiling

This rod casts a DT5 with finesse

The quick-change spool design ensures easy on the water line changes

Paul Young / Don West "The General" Bamboo Rod 8'6" 2/2 #6/7 14' 13 cork western style gripFor sale here is a Paul H. Young Don West "The General" Bug Action 8'6" 2 2 6 7wt. Made in 1950. The rod was made by Paul Young and finished out by Don West, a common arrangement with many PHY rods. Though labeled as "The General" the rod is similar to Young's "Texas General" model, just a bit lighter. The rod is in excellent restored condition. The restoration was performed by Bob Summers. Beautiful flamed cane with caramel colored wraps. Bright