Paul French Bamboo Rod 8' 2/2 #5 7'9" This model was one of

This model was one of the three special rods Payne offered in the 1950's to 1970's

Carpenter is a recognized master of the Catskill school of rod building and is no longer taking new orders

The keeper wrap has an extra band of yellow and a band of a darker red

The rod is in excellent condition and comes with its original bag and tube

Paul French Bamboo Rod 8' 2/2 #5 7'9" This model was one ofFor sale here is a Paul French bamboo rod. 8' 2 2 for a 4 5 weight. Paul French built most of his rods (not many) in the 90's and at that time was a student of Darryl Whitehead. He built very exquisite rods and those fortunate enough to own one tend to hold on to them. This one is still original, full length and in excellent condition. The rod is based on a Dickerson 8013 taper. Medium fast action. Medium color cane with a gently swelled butt and very