Payne Model 204 Bamboo Rod 8'6" 3/2 #5 6'4" The butt provides ample power

The butt provides ample power while the limber tip section allows for delicacy and excellent tippet protection

One of the springs inside was slightly raised above its normal position on the pawl and the result is some rub marks where the spring edge was impacting the surface of the inner spool

Full-length and un-filed foot with two extra holes

No marks on the rims or sideplates

Large arbor

Payne Model 204 Bamboo Rod 8'6" 3/2 #5 6'4" The butt provides ample powerFor sale here is a Payne Model 204 bamboo rod 8'6 3 2 5wt weighing 4. 95 oz. The rod is in near mint restored condition. The restoration was performed by one of the best restorers of Payne rods, Don Schroeder. All sections are full length and straight. All of the hardware is blued and in superb cosmetic condition. Uplocking aluminum Payne reel seat hardware over an un marred spanish cedar insert. The reel seat includes the stamp "Made for Abercrombie