Ed Payne Fly Rod 8'9" 3/2 #3/4 5 Weight The reel itself is fully

The reel itself is fully ventilated with a narrow spool and detachable handle

The grip has been done in a standard cigar

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I built this rod about 15 years ago

It is signed "Aroner 7' #5 DF Hunt Pattern"

Ed Payne Fly Rod 8'9" 3/2 #3/4 5 Weight The reel itself is fullyAn 8'9" very early Ed Payne, 3 piece 2 tip built with a slow wet fly action for a #3 or #4 line. This rod was refinished by me in the early '80s. Done in chinese red with black edges and chinese red intermediates. Leonard catskill like signature wraps over light colored cane. An extra fine tapered grip. Rolled and soldered ring on the all metal seat. Stamped on the pocket cap "E. F. Payne Maker, Highland Mills N. Y." There are a lot of early Leonard