Payne Model 205 Bamboo Rod 8'6" 3/2 #5/6 13' When I initially saw this

When I initially saw this first edition

For sale here is a fine Leonard Mills Model 44B raised pillar fly reel

There are nine red and black windaways at the ornate rope knurled keeper on the butt section

Everything else is original

Payne Model 205 Bamboo Rod 8'6" 3/2 #5/6 13' When I initially saw thisFor sale here is a Payne Model 205 bamboo rod 8 1 2' with three sections and two tips for a five or six weight line. Most preferred by a six weight line. Excellent plus condition. The rod was restored at some time by a very competent practitioner. The rod features beautifully tempered cane with chestnut wraps and black tipping. Black, gold, and purple tipping at the winding check and male ferrules. Slight and gradually swelled butt. Ring hook keeper.