Leonard Model 66 Fly Rod 8' 2/2 #6 Two Handed Fly Rod the curve of the fins

the curve of the fins - even the jaws have teeth

and light brown at the guides with an edge band of black at the ferrules and tip tops

This lovely aristocrat from Jim's father (who died in 1914) is amazing in its condition as nothing has been hurt or shortened

it is certainly darker than the typical Leonard

Olive Hardy bag

Leonard Model 66 Fly Rod 8' 2/2 #6 Two Handed Fly Rod the curve of the finsA nice H. L. Leonard Model 66 fly rod, 8', 2 piece, 2 tip built for a #6 or #7 line. Medium fast action. Excellent condition with a fresh refinish. Standard Leonard temper color and three up node pattern construction. Wrapped red with an orange edge at the keeper and the male ferrules. Agate stripping guide and english reverse twist guides. 5 1 2" cigar grip has been cleaned and has a little bit of ridging. Down lock screw lock with a butternut spacer