Walt Carpenter Browntone 7'6 2/2 5wt Bamboo Rod - Mint 6'8" The rod features darkly tempered

The rod features darkly tempered flats with wonderful glass-like varnish

There is a bit of very slight wear to the rim of the butt cap

Don't miss out on this rod in a rather rare configuration

noted tier and co-author of the classic book Hair-Wing Atlantic Salmon Flies as well as the famous Thunder Creek patterns

Progressive reel foot as well as a spare standard reel foot

Walt Carpenter Browntone 7'6 2/2 5wt Bamboo Rod - Mint 6'8" The rod features darkly temperedFor sale here is a mint condition Browntone bamboo rod made by Walt Carpenter. 7 1 2 feet 2 2 for a 5 weight. Wrapping still on the grip. unused condition. This was the first rod made by Mr. Carpenter upon leaving the Payne Rod Co. Provenance letter from Walt included with the sale. Photos reveal the finer details of the rod, including the unique cork grip and reel seat (coined the "Ellis grip"). Walt did not own a die stamp when he made this rod, so