B.D. Morrow FE Thomas Special 7'6" 3/2 #5 Gary Siemer The down-locking reel seat is

The down-locking reel seat is quite handsome made primarily from bakelite with aluminum

Width - 1 5/32"

perfect for that Bogdan of yours that is missing one

Gary Howells taught Talbot how to build a bamboo rod

What makes this rod unique is the cedar core

B.D. Morrow FE Thomas Special 7'6" 3/2 #5 Gary Siemer The down-locking reel seat isMy idea of the perfect pack rod. Not too many parts, but not too small. This classy taper goes well with small streams and big fish. N S slide band hardware with pocketed butt cap, claro walnut insert, agate stripping guide, and knurled CSE ferrules. Comes with bag and brass capped tube. Brian Morrow