Lyle Dickerson Model 8615 Special Bamboo Rod 8'6" 2/2 #5/6 11'3" Serial number L/D which dates

Serial number L/D which dates the rod to November 1976

This rod features a graphite spigot ferrule system which allows the rod taper to flex consistently through the ferrule sections

The node pattern/spacing on this early rod is not easily identified

Excellent working condition

Lyle Dickerson Model 8615 Special Bamboo Rod 8'6" 2/2 #5/6 11'3" Serial number L/D which datesFor sale here is a very scarce Lyle Dickerson Model 8615 bamboo rod. 86 2 2 for a 5 or 6 weight line. Circa 1954. Ferrules are 15 64 with an excellent fit. Brown wraps with black tipping. Full wells grip with downlocking reel seat and walnut spacer. Very good overall condition. The varnish shows age and use marks throughout, although no cane is exposed. The female ferrule was re wrapped by South Creek Ltd. One tip is 3 4" shorter than the other (more