Darryl Whitehead Fly Rod 6' 1/1 #2/3 Marc Aroner This rod could not have

This rod could not have been fished much -- a few of the spots where varnish collected in the guides has not worn off

Included with the rod are emails between the owner and Dana Grey about the rod history and a photocopy of the card Sam filled out upon receiving the rod to refinish the butt

Nickel silver up-locking screw lock reel seat with mortised burl spacer

"The Sovereign"

It would be hard to find a classic like this in better condition anywhere

Darryl Whitehead Fly Rod 6' 1/1 #2/3 Marc Aroner This rod could not haveA unique Darryl Whitehead, 6', 1 piece rod for a #2 or #3 line, the only 1 piece that he has made to date. Mortised ivory slide band, cap and ring seat. Cap and ring engraved by master engraver Paolo Barbetti. On the bottom of the cap "D. Whitehead, Maker, #33, 1991" is engraved. Narrow cork bands comprise the grip, which is shaped to a slim cigar. Straw colored cane with a spiral node pattern. Light yellow wraps are almost clear when varnished, and