Mario Wojnicki Model 257V5 8'5" 2/2 #5 Bamboo Rod 1 Weight Ordered in December 1950 and

Ordered in December 1950 and delivered in 1951

With this rod

though the wraps on the third guide up on the mid section have cracked slightly and will need attention at some point

Nickel silver downlock screw lock with mortised figured wood

All are without bead head

Mario Wojnicki Model 257V5 8'5" 2/2 #5 Bamboo Rod 1 Weight Ordered in December 1950 andFor sale here is a Mario Wojnicki five sided, hollow built bamboo rod 257 cm, or 8'5" 2 2 for a 5wt line. Model number 257V5. Serial #1107. Made when Mario was head bamboo rodmaker at Scott Rod Co. The rod is in near mint condition. Guides, tip tops, and stripping guide are all bright. EC Powell style wells grip. Action is pure Mario on the parabolic side of semi parabolic and the rod is a joy to cast. Flaming is dramatic and beautiful. Up locking