Payne Model 98 Bamboo Rod 7' 2/2 #4 7 Weight Comes with a fine leather

Comes with a fine leather pouch

The rod is described in the 1921 William Mills catalog as follows

For sale here is a mint condition Seamaster Dual Mode Mark II fly reel

Uplocking screwlock reel seat with Payne's standard Spanish cedar spacer

Made in 1976

Payne Model 98 Bamboo Rod 7' 2/2 #4 7 Weight Comes with a fine leatherFor sale here is a Payne Model 98 in excellent plus condition. The rod weighs 2 3 4 oz. 7' 2 2 for a 4 weight line. All sections are full length and straight. The rod's varnish had melted down so the prior owner stripped the original varnish and brushed on one new coat. Very nicely done. The silks, oxidized hardware and guides are 100% original, as is the grip. Chestnut brown wraps with gold tipping. Browntone cane. Cigar grip in excellent condition.