Gary Howells Bamboo Fly Rod 7’6" 2/2 #5 3 Weight Slight spool wobble and end

Slight spool wobble and end play - could probably use a re-bushing but fishable as is

For sale here is a Bob Summers Model 856 bamboo fly rod

Serial number 86

Original A&F labeled tube but I am not sure about the bag

There are no holes or tears and all of the stitching is intact and strong

Gary Howells Bamboo Fly Rod 7’6" 2/2 #5 3 Weight Slight spool wobble and endA nice Gary Howells fly rod, 7'6", 2 piece, 2 tip, built for a #5 line. Serial # 4323 indicating a 1977 manufacture date. Official weight of 3 1 8 ounces though weighs 3. 6 on my scale. The rod action is on the slower side of medium. The condition is lightly used with some soiling to the grip but no chips, hook digs, scratches to the varnish or any other issues. The rod is straight and the ferrule fit is excellent. The cane is oven tempered to a light