South Creek Ltd Bamboo Rod - Gierach Signature Rod 7'9 3/2 5wt MINT! 9'9" 1877" -- with the patent

1877" -- with the patent date being stamped upside down (go find another

Considered the holy grail by many cane rod enthusiasts

ultra-fast action that generously provides that most important quality needed for effortless two-handed cast: tremendous line speed

and a 6" detachable extension handle with detachable rubber button

South Creek Ltd Bamboo Rod - Gierach Signature Rod 7'9 3/2 5wt MINT! 9'9" 1877" -- with the patentFor sale here is a South Creek bamboo rod in mint unfished condition. It's their Gierach Signature Model 7'9 for a 5 weight. Three pieces and two tips. The rod weighs 4 1 4 oz. and the action is on the quicker side of medium fast. From the SCL website.."It comes with oak leaf engraved blued nickel silver cap and ring reel seat with a maple burl spacer and cigar grip. The wraps are medium brown, double tipped in gold silk with antique style