Lyle Dickerson Model 761510 Bamboo Rod 7'6" 3/2 #5 9'6" at the time I didn't

at the time I didn't realize that I'd made a friend of one of the best makers of split cane rods in the world

The black anodized aluminum handle arm does show some tarnish simply from age

For sale here is an Orvis Saltwater CFO fly reel only offered in 1986

For sale here is a beautiful Thomas and Thomas "Caenis" Bamboo Rod - 7 1/2' 2/2 3wt

The rod is completely original and in excellent plus condition

Lyle Dickerson Model 761510 Bamboo Rod 7'6" 3/2 #5 9'6" at the time I didn'tFor sale here is a Lyle Dickerson Model 761510 bamboo rod. 76 3 2, best with a DT5 line. Circa 1939 41. Weighs 4 oz. Brown wraps with black tipping. Typical reverse half wells grip with downlocking reel seat and walnut spacer. Single piece loop style hook keeper. Original tube, non original bag. The rod was restored by John Pickard around 2009. The sale is accompanied by a letter from John explaining what was done to the rod: Rod varnish was in