Paul French Bamboo Rod 8' 2/2 #5 Granger / Wright & McGill Size 16/64 and 10/64 ferrules

Size 16/64 and 10/64 ferrules with a good fit

Darkly oxidized down-locking cap and ring reel seat

The drag adjustment knob lies under the double grasp serpentine handle arm

For sale here is a Hardy Perfect 2 7/8" trout fly reel from the 1950s with agate line guide

You may never see another one of these

Paul French Bamboo Rod 8' 2/2 #5 Granger / Wright & McGill Size 16/64 and 10/64 ferrulesFor sale here is a Paul French bamboo rod. 8' 2 2 for a 4 5 weight. Paul French built most of his rods (not many) in the 90's and at that time was a student of Darryl Whitehead. He built very exquisite rods and those fortunate enough to own one tend to hold on to them. This one is still original, full length and in excellent condition. The rod is based on a Dickerson 8013 taper. Medium fast action. Medium color cane with a gently swelled butt and very