Cunningham, Rick - Garrison Model 212E 8' 2/2 6wt Bamboo Rod 3-Piece The bluing also shows some

The bluing also shows some wear around the edges

The ferrule on the butt section has been rewrapped but done very professionally

though not as precise as the original Powell taper

The reel seat is mortised cork with an aluminum ring and pocket cap

The serial number indicates a 1974 manufacture date

Cunningham, Rick - Garrison Model 212E 8' 2/2 6wt Bamboo Rod 3-Piece The bluing also shows someFor sale here is a Garrison Model 212E taper bamboo rod built by Rick Cunningham of Texas. This is a stellar example of the very popular progressive medium fast action Garrison model 212E. RIck calls it "The Westerner" and absolutely nailed it with this description of what the rod is perfect for, big western rivers where one needs a rod with backbone to throw big bugs into the wind. The rod appears to be in mint, un fished condition. This rod is