Leonard 50 Fly Rod 8' 3/2 #5 Salmon and Steelhead Rods A fine example of a

A fine example of a model produced in low numbers and very difficult to find on the resale market

The ferrule fit is good

Slim cigar grip with no hand soiling whatsoever

Dark burl walnut cap and ring seat

This rod also comes with one of Sam's business cards wrapped around the tube as well as a letter of authentication from Dana Gray -- Sam's protege who still makes rods under the Carlson name -- who has estimated the manufacture date of this rod to be 1970

Leonard 50 Fly Rod 8' 3/2 #5 Salmon and Steelhead Rods A fine example of aA classic Leonard 50 model fly rod, 8', 3 piece, 2 tips. One tip is 1 3 4" short and has a replaced top top. The hangtag states "Tournament 3 5 8 oz 50 6" although I would use a #5 and it may well support a #4. Very fine tips (. 50" less varnish) with a #3 tip top on the full length tip. The top of the female ferrule has the patent date stamps. Burgundy wraps with small reverse twist guides. 12 cork medium cigar grip. Varnished butternut slide band