Payne Model 204 Bamboo Rod 8'6" 3/2 #5 6'4" No end play or wobble

No end play or wobble - a very tight reel

it remains a fantastic historical piece

The brass tube cap has "M

These reels were made in England by Hardy

Privately published by the author in a limited edn of 500 copies

Payne Model 204 Bamboo Rod 8'6" 3/2 #5 6'4" No end play or wobbleFor sale here is a Payne Model 204 bamboo rod 8'6 3 2 5wt weighing 4 1 2 oz. Rod is in very good original condition. All sections are full length. Bright uplocking reel seat over spanish cedar insert. Chestnut brown thread wraps with black trim with maroon edges at the hook keeper and male ferrules. The grip is slightly soiled and the varnish shows use marks no serious issues however. The mid section has a slight set. No repairs and none needed.