HL Leonard Model 39 Fly Rod 7'6" 2/2 #5/6 5'6" the tension on the spool

the tension on the spool remains strong but the drag feels a bit sticky

For sale here is a Siskiyou Design double-disc drag fly reel for a 6 or 7 weight line

For sale here is a 1948 price list from the E

For sale here is a early and rarely seen Saracione SCA (Saracione Classic American) -- 3 1/4" diameter bench-made reel

part of his Companion series of rods offered in many different configurations

HL Leonard Model 39 Fly Rod 7'6" 2/2 #5/6 5'6" the tension on the spoolAn HL Leonard model 39 bamboo fly rod, 7'6", 2 piece, 2 tips, and built for a #5 or #6 line. Weighs 4 ounces on my scale. Serial #1013 putting the date of manufacture circa 1968 or 1969. Medium action. Modest use with some hand soiling to the grip, cosmetic casting cracks to the ferrule wraps, and some brassing to the inner part of the snake guides. There are some marks on the screwlock nut where pliers were used to loosen it. Butternut color cane