George Maurer -- 8'8" 3/2 #8 Salmon/Steelhead Bamboo Rod 8'6" " is stamped on the

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a very scarce and possibly unique example of the classic Philbrook & Paine Leonard bimetal reel

The ebonite handle grasp spins freely but has some staining from a solvent of some sort

The grip is soiled but in lovely condition absent of ridging or gouges

The leaded finish is amazing

George Maurer -- 8'8" 3/2 #8 Salmon/Steelhead Bamboo Rod 8'6" " is stamped on theFor sale here is a custom George Maurer (Sweetwater Rods) bamboo rod 8 feet 8 inches for an 8 weight line. Three sections with two tips. A bruiser of an atlantic salmon or steelhead rod! The rod remains in near mint condition with very minor soiling on the grip from test casting only. All rod sections and arrow straight and full length with no repairs. No evidence of this rod ever hitting the water. Up locking german silver reel seat hardware over a