RD Taylor Fly Rod 7' 2/2 #4 HL Leonard This rod also comes with

This rod also comes with an unusual brass top and collar (photo below) that I made while experimenting with a new style and design

Agate stripping guide

This appears to be an early version of Joe' well-regarded deluxe line of reels

This grip has been shortened to nine corks as the hand is intended to curl under the overhang of the reel (what I call the southern PA style)

RD Taylor Fly Rod 7' 2/2 #4 HL Leonard This rod also comes withA handsome rod from Bob Taylor, this one in flame colored cane and with a medium full flexing action. Marked "24 4 122" on the wrap flat, the rod has oxidized hardware and ferrules. Medium large cigar grip. Varnished walnut cap and ring seat. There is some wear to oxidation at the bottom of cap (pictured) and some general edge wear or brassing at other places. Varnish is excellent overall except for one small scuff adjacent to lettering on the butt.