Paul Young Para 17 Bamboo Rod 8'6" 2/2 #6/7/8 Gary Siemer (1914) 1977 3rd edition

(1914) 1977 3rd edition

The reverse half wells grip measures 6" in length with only the lightest of soiling

The rod feels very light in the hand with medium action

written in Lyle's hand on Dickerson stationery and dated September 22

Made completely in the USA in Vista

Paul Young Para 17 Bamboo Rod 8'6" 2/2 #6/7/8 Gary Siemer (1914) 1977 3rd editionOffered here is a very special and unique Paul Young rod. This Parabolic 17 has features that are very rarely encountered on Young rods. The rod was built in 1950 for Philo Wright, a longtime and loyal Young customer. 1950 is an early date for parabolic models. This Para 17 was originally built as one rod in a braced set along with a Para 15. Rod is wrapped in Chinese red silks with very elaborate spiral tipping throughout. This rod is unique in