VFT582
For sale here is a stunning J.D. Wagner 6'8" 3-4wt bamboo rod based on the F.E. Thomas Fairy rod taper. The rod is in near mint condition having only been lawn cast. All sections are full length and straight. The Classic Series rods are a tribute to the rods and rod makers of the golden age. They are fitted with Wagner's own hardware made in-house. All of the rods are unique and built from one culm of bamboo with mirrored tips.
The rod features moderately tempered cane with transparent olive wraps with ruby tipping as well as full intermediates in ruby. Blued guides and tip-tops. Agate stripping guide. Petite swelled butt with a ring hook keeper. Bright nickel silver checks. The cigar grip measures 5 1/2" in length with only slight handling marks. Nickel silver cap and ring reel seat over a beautiful mortised wood spacer. The step-down ferrules are size 10/64 with a perfect fit. The rod weighs 2.80 oz. and has a spry medium-fast action. Includes the original labeled bag and original labeled tube.
Mr. Wagner charges $3600 for a Classic Series rod. Don't hesitate snapping up this one for much less!