Each rod in this series comes with a copy of "The Wedding Gift" by John Taintor Foote with a Spinoza Rod Co book plate stating "Serial #10"
More importantly it is not often you come across a rod with this kind of major historical significance
Varnished shafts boast tan guide wraps and the female ferrule is wrapped to the welt in typical Winston fashion
The varnish on this rod is magnificent with no bag marks or other signs of wear
because the workmanship is superb
Tom Maxwell Personal Fly Rod 3-Piece Each rod in this seriesThis rod was the personal fishing rod of Tom Maxwell, co founder of Thomas & Thomas who later ran the Leonard Rod Company for a number of years before it closed. In addition to being one of the pre eminent rodmakers of his generation, Maxwell was also responsible for passing on the craft to many contemporary makers, including myself, Bob Taylor, Rick Robbins, and numerous others who benefitted greatly from his patience, expertise, and generosity. This