Payne Model 96 Bamboo Rod 6'6" 2/2 #3 7'7" operated retails stores in New

operated retails stores in New York from 1820 to 1875 when they were purchased by Abbey & Imbrie

Built on a dark green sanded blank with jet black wraps and bright emerald green tipping

Excellent condition with only minor wear

Bent wire U-shaped hook keeper

Payne Model 96 Bamboo Rod 6'6" 2/2 #3 7'7" operated retails stores in NewFor sale here is a Payne Model 96 in excellent plus original condition. The original paper wrapping remains on the grip but the rod has been fished. The varnish shows some use marks. The rod weighs 2 1 2 oz. Six and one half feet long with two sections and two tips. Oxidized cap and ring reel seat over all cork reel seat. Payne brown silks tipped gold with additional purple tipping at the winding check and male ferrules. All sections are full length