Walt Carpenter Mahogany Bamboo Fly Rod 7'6" 3/2 #4 3-Piece Orvis Manchester impregnated bamboo rod

Orvis Manchester impregnated bamboo rod

For sale here is a Hardy Perfect 3 3/8 inch fly reel from the 1950's

All Cap and ring reel seat

8 filled with salmon dry flies like bombers

The powerful fast action is a bit slower than most graphite rods

Walt Carpenter Mahogany Bamboo Fly Rod 7'6" 3/2 #4 3-Piece Orvis Manchester impregnated bamboo rodA beautiful Walt Carpenter Mahogany model fly rod, 7'6", 3 piece, 2 tip, and built for a #4 line. This was a limited edition model that Walt built in 1983, of which this is serial #8 (of 12 made). This mahogany series of rods rarely comes to market and this one is absolutely pristine. I believe this rod was also made from cane from the old Halstead rod shop. 3. 6 ounces. Mint original condition with paper and gum still on the slim cigar grip. There is