Thomas and Thomas Grilse Model Fly Rod 8'6" 2/2 #7 1 Weight this one dating from 1951

this one dating from 1951

This is a museum quality rod recently made available from the estate of the original owner

One has a clicker

ser # 2153"

Nickel silver checks on either side of the grip

Thomas and Thomas Grilse Model Fly Rod 8'6" 2/2 #7 1 Weight this one dating from 1951A superb Thomas and Thomas "Grilse" fly rod, 8'6", 3 piece, 2 tip, built for a #7 line. Serial #5321. 7. 6 ounces. Fast DF action. Mint, unused condition. Detached 2 1 2" fighting butt still wrapped in plastic. Large swell with flamed cane with the beginning of the tiger stripe technique. Magnificent varnish, something for all other rodmakers to look up to. Carbide stripper, chrome guides. The wraps are almost transparent with black edges, dark brown