Payne 98 Fly Rod 7' 2/3 #4 7'1" This is a stellar opportunity

This is a stellar opportunity to take advantage of a reduced price (perhaps temporary) for a top-notch bamboo rod by one of the best

The rod comes with the original bag and brass-capped and die-stamped tube

The reel foot is original and unblemished

Deep navy blue blank with bright guides

cardboard reel box - 4 3/8" x 4 3/8" x 2 1/2"

Payne 98 Fly Rod 7' 2/3 #4 7'1" This is a stellar opportunityA very nice EF Payne model 98 fly rod, 7', 2 piece, 3 tips built for a #4 line. Very nice DF action. 3 ounces. Refinished. Sold by Clapp and Treat in Hartford, CT. Decent varnish. The main wraps are brown with yellow edges. The extra band at the keeper and male ferrules is purplish. The rod has been re done with an agate stripper and period snake guides but the tip tops are modern large hoop. All sections are full length and I see no damage to the