Sam Carlson "Thomas Carlson" Quad Bamboo Rod 8' 3/2 #5 1 Weight Set up for left hand

Set up for left hand retrieve

The n/s rings have more pins in place than one usually sees on a reel of this type

Reverse-twist English-style guides

Medium dark oven tempered cane

Model:  Black Glider Click Reel

Sam Carlson "Thomas Carlson" Quad Bamboo Rod 8' 3/2 #5 1 Weight Set up for left handFor sale here is a rod you won't find on the resale market very often, a near mint condition three piece 8' 5wt quad made by the late Sam Carlson. Marked "Thomas Carlson" prior to the later "Thomas Four" and then "Carlson Four" markings. All sections are full length and straight. The rod weighs 5 oz. The ferrule fit is excellent. Reverse half wells grip with hex shape leading to the cane, uplocking aluminum screw seat over walnut with a bakelite