Phillipson Pacemaker Bamboo Rod 8' 3/2 5wt 10 Weight There is a plastic hinging

There is a plastic hinging leaf in the middle

Matching stamps on frame and spool with a "TB"

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For sale here is a Chico-era Walton Powell -- 8'6" 5-7wt 4 pc

Phillipson Pacemaker Bamboo Rod 8' 3/2 5wt 10 Weight There is a plastic hingingFor sale here is a Phillipson "Pacemaker" bamboo rod 8' 3 2 for a 5wt line. The rod is in excellent original condition. There is some "alligatoring" of the varnish on the mid section near the male ferrule. All sections are full length and straight. Medium dark rich toned cane, light pea green (Granger green) wraps with gold tipping. Mildly swelled butt. The script on the rod remains bold and dark. The full wells grip is soiled but free of any defects.