Payne Model 97 Bamboo Rod 7' 2/2 #3 8'9" The action is classic Simroe

The action is classic Simroe

This rod features beautiful dark cane

the 40 clip model with a number of salmon flies still in it (including a few featherwings)

and nickel-plated brass rims and other parts

Payne Model 97 Bamboo Rod 7' 2/2 #3 8'9" The action is classic SimroeFor sale here is a Payne Model 97 bamboo rod 7' with two sections and two tips for a 3wt line. The standout features of this rod are the locking reel seat which is almost never seen on a Model 97 and the script of the original owner's name on the butt section. The writing is likely that of Bessie Bailey, long time rod wrapper for Jim Payne. The handwriting matches another known Payne rod in our inventory with the same style script. The rod is in