Sam Carlson / Thomas Rod Co Fly Rod 5' 1/1 #4 [SALE PENDING] Two Handed Fly Rod this reel is widely coveted

this reel is widely coveted by Ari Hart collectors

Oxidized cap and ring over a mortised wood spacer and Dana's maker stamp is lightly pressed into the cap

Fair used condition with some rim rash along the frame edge and the spool edge

Both the female ferrules are ornately engraved as well as the male collar

Sam Carlson / Thomas Rod Co Fly Rod 5' 1/1 #4 [SALE PENDING] Two Handed Fly Rod this reel is widely covetedA Sam Carlson Thomas Rod Co one piece bamboo fly rod, 5', built for a #4 line. 1. 6 ounces and serial #1106. Hexagonal construction. I can't find any sign of use. The rod is varnished with chrome guides and tip tops. The main wraps are maroon with red and black windaways separated from the mains, and a set of four off the keeper wrap. The grip is 5 1 2" long and shaped to a western profile with an all cork flatted seat with Sam's delicate oxidized cap