Lyle Dickerson Model 861711-D Bamboo Rod 8'6" 3/2 #6 14' My usual varnish job

My usual varnish job

It would hold a 5-6wt line with backing

I would call it a medium fast 4 wt and prefer it as a fully-loading parabolic 5 wt

3" diameter

Oxidized nickel silver ferrules size 14/64

Lyle Dickerson Model 861711-D Bamboo Rod 8'6" 3/2 #6 14' My usual varnish jobFor sale here is an original Lyle Dickerson Model 861711 D bamboo rod. 8'6, 3 2 for a 6 weight line. Excellent overall condition. All sections are full length. No prior repairs are evident. The rod weighs 4 3 4 oz. Cigar grip with down locking hardware and standard walnut insert. Brown silk thread wraps with black edging. Blued nickel silver ferrules and guides. Loop to loop hook keeper. Pre WWII agate stripping guide. The ferrule fit is excellent.