Gary Howells Bamboo Rod 8'6" 2/2 #5 Marc Aroner The hook-keeper is missing which

The hook-keeper is missing which is quite common with early Edwards rods

flamed cane with 3 up node pattern

Good used condition cosmetically

The rod weighs in at an even 4 oz

Gary Howells Bamboo Rod 8'6" 2/2 #5 Marc Aroner The hook-keeper is missing whichFor sale here is a Gary Howells bamboo rod in mint condition 8 1 2 feet for a 5 weight in the standard 2 2 format, labeled 4 1 8 oz. Serial number 5823. Made for Gary's good friend, Gary McGuffin. Carbide stripping guide, wrapped in brown thread with gold trim. Reverse half wells grip, uplocking aluminum reel seat with gorgeous zebrawood spacer. Includes original red bag and labeled aluminum tube. As you can see from Howell's note to his friend, he