Bob Summers Model 856 Bamboo Rod 8' 2/2 #5/6 14' This is a new model

This is a new model made in 2015 and features a female ferrule with bamboo on the inside and truncated brass tubing externally

The rod features moderately tempered cane with transparent amber colored wraps

or 30 feet of shooting head with running line plus 400 yds of 30# backing

This would make an excellent all-around rod on just about any trout creek or stream

War-time (WWII) era reel

Bob Summers Model 856 Bamboo Rod 8' 2/2 #5/6 14' This is a new modelFor sale here is a Bob Summers Model 856 bamboo rod in excellent+ condition. 8' for a 5 or 6 line 2 2. Darkly flamed. Exquisitely wrapped brown silks matching the color of the cane. The grip has the Paul Young influenced thumb indentation. Downlocking reel seat with ring over a gorgeous walnut spacer. Excellent ferrule fit. Original bag and tube included. Made in 1980.