Walt Carpenter Browntone 7'6 2/2 5wt Bamboo Rod - Mint 6'8" The rod features darkly tempered

The rod features darkly tempered flats with wonderful glass-like varnish

though it fishes great up close as well

Built in 1949 by Cal Skinner

The label remains bold and free of any imperfections

Leonard Model 38L Baby Catskill

Walt Carpenter Browntone 7'6 2/2 5wt Bamboo Rod - Mint 6'8" The rod features darkly temperedFor sale here is a mint condition Browntone bamboo rod made by Walt Carpenter. 7 1 2 feet 2 2 for a 5 weight. Wrapping still on the grip. unused condition. This was the first rod made by Mr. Carpenter upon leaving the Payne Rod Co. Provenance letter from Walt included with the sale. Photos reveal the finer details of the rod, including the unique cork grip and reel seat (coined the "Ellis grip"). Walt did not own a die stamp when he made this rod, so