Payne Model 198 Bamboo Rod 7'6" 3/2 #4/5 8'8" Full wells grip with a

Full wells grip with a more modern taper

Burnished script on handle reads

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This late 1960's model is in near mint condition

Payne Model 198 Bamboo Rod 7'6" 3/2 #4/5 8'8" Full wells grip with aFor sale here is a Payne Model 198 bamboo rod, 7'6" 3 2 for a 4 or 5 weight line. The rod is in excellent+ refinished condition. All sections are full length and straight. The rod weighs 3. 80 oz. which is consistent with the weight noted on the original hang tag. Cap and ring reel seat over a Spanish cedar spacer. The agate stripping guide is a replacement. Swelled butt. A classic Jim Payne era rod with the E. F. Payne stamp only. The grip has been