Walt Carpenter Browntone 7'6 2/2 5wt Bamboo Rod - Mint 8 Weight and you won't find a

and you won't find a better museum-quality Howells for your collection

and Mark has signed the underside of the stand

One small scratch as shown in photos prevents it from being labeled "mint"

The original smooth brass foot has been filed/shortened extensively

Walt Carpenter Browntone 7'6 2/2 5wt Bamboo Rod - Mint 8 Weight and you won't find aFor 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