HL Leonard Model 38H Bamboo Fly Rod 7' 2/2 #4

HL Leonard Model 38H Bamboo Fly Rod 7' 2/2 #4A superb HL Leonard model 38 H, 7', 2 piece, 2 tip, and built for a #4 line. 3. 4 ounces. Serial #2288 (1973). Mint uncast condition. This was the most popular Leonard model and, as a consequence, most of them were well used. That makes this one very unique indeed. Medium fast action. Blond cane with three up node pattern. Red 326 Main wraps with purple and red edges at the keeper and male ferrules. Black stripper and black snake guides. The step

Wrapped 326 red with a band of green and then red at the keeper and the male ferrules

Comes with a rod tube that has a green crackle finish and bronze hardware

The temper color is wheat straw

Very good+ condition

The ribbed foot appears unmolested with the patent stamped into its side

This rod has about the most aggressive salmon taper I have seen from Leonard yet there is no provision for a fighting butt

Spool Width (inner) 0

Cigar grip in excellent condition with only light soiling

Wrapped in tan with maroon edges

Length - 8'9"

The cork looks as if it's never had any hands on it

Great value