E.C. Powell 9' 3/2 Bamboo Rod

E.C. Powell 9' 3/2 Bamboo RodFor sale here is a 9' 3 2 E. C. Powell bamboo rod made circa 1939. A or B taper rod. It's referred to by E. C. Powell as an excellent dry fly rod. The action of the rod is medium fast and it throws a six weight line best. One tip is one inch shorter than the other sections. The full length tip could be a Powell or Maslan replacement since a) the cane is a bit lighter in color, b) the wraps are of a slightly different brown, and c) the ferrule isn't

Niemeyer's name

you can find them here

The Garrision-style grip measures 7 7/8" with mild soiling and light ridging

This particular reel is one that he manufactured to show up and coming reel builders how to do the process

purchased the Howells shop which includes all of Gary's records)

My usual varnish job

Large arbor for faster line pick-up

Wet and Dry tips

The vise features four positive locking angle adjustments for stable tying

Weight 5 3/8 oz

Circa mid to late 1920s

Set up for right hand retrieve but can be converted to left for a small fee