Payne Model 97 Fly Rod 7' 2/2 #4 4 Weight which is also in fine

which is also in fine condition

and photography by Ingrid Sils

Troy at T&T confirms it is only an aesthetic issue

The wraps are tan with black edges at the keeper

this design has a gold anodized frame with a black spool and stainless steel pillars

Payne Model 97 Fly Rod 7' 2/2 #4 4 Weight which is also in fineA stunning EF Payne model 97 fly rod, 7', 2 piece, 2 tips and weighing 3. 2 ounces. Rare beyond belief, this rod is not just mint but still has the paper and gum strips on the grip. And to top it all off it is an uplocking screwlock model in this size, something I have never seen in this model. Dry fly action. Late 1950's construction date. This rod has all the Payne hallmarks, from the node layout to the perfect varnish to the brown wraps tipped