EF Payne Bamboo Fly Rod 7'6" 2/2 #4/5 7'1" Put it all together and

Put it all together and this is definitely one of the nicer examples of this rare model that I've ever come across

All of the clasps and hinges are in fine working order

The guide wear is at odds with the straightness of the rod and the shiny varnish

The step ferrules are oxidized and squared to meet the cane

Tips numbered

EF Payne Bamboo Fly Rod 7'6" 2/2 #4/5 7'1" Put it all together andA nice E. F. Payne bamboo fly rod, 7'6", 2 piece, 2 tip, and built for what feels to me like a #4 or #5. The rod weighs 3. 6 ounces. There is no hang tag but based on the specifications I suspect it is a model 101. Very crisp DF action. Used but well cared for. There is some wear to the bronze reverse twist guides and moderate discoloration of the grip and a bit of ferrule wrap cracking from casting. There are also two small varnish chips in the upper