Hidenobu Kotake (Bum) A8F Bamboo Fly Rod 8' 3/2 #5 6'9" The maker's mark and serial

The maker's mark and serial number are stamped into the back of the reel sat cap

but can be easily switched to right-hand

Excellent+ used condition with only a few small nicks to the frame

Mechanically it is also in excellent working condition

as well as with a red velvet drawstring bag and original box (including warrantee card which states that the original purchase was 3/21/06)

Hidenobu Kotake (Bum) A8F Bamboo Fly Rod 8' 3/2 #5 6'9" The maker's mark and serialA Hidenobu Kotake (Bum Rod) "A8F" model bamboo fly rod, 8', 3 piece, 2 tip, and built for a #5 line. Serial #538. The rod weighs 3. 6 ounces. New condition. Medium action. This rod is built in a deformed octagon construction and hollow in the butt and mid. Flamed cane, medium tan color with darker patches. Three up node pattern for the butt and mid section, though the tips depart from this a bit. Excellent varnish. The main wraps are black with small