Bob Summers Model 8689 Bamboo Rod 8'6" 3/3 #8/9

Bob Summers Model 8689 Bamboo Rod 8'6" 3/3 #8/9For sale here is a Bob Summers Model 8689 8'6" 3 3 8 9wt bamboo rod. Serial no. 10397. The rod is in excellent original condition though there are a few minor chips and scuffs in the varnish. One of the tip sections was cracked and repaired by Mr. Summers with a 1 3 8" wrap between the first and second guides down from the tip top. At this time he also made a third tip section. All sections are full length and straight. The rod features beautiful

If so this is your baby

Western-style grip 6 1/2" in length with mild soiling

All are mint and unfished

Weight - 3 9/16 oz

A handsome Thomas and Thomas Specialist 7'6" 3-piece

Comes in a branded Abel pouch

is hollow-built

For sale here is a Sage RPLX Graphite III 9' 10wt three-piece fly rod finished out beautifully by Gary Anderson of Anderson Custom Rods

Ray put a number of rods together that resemble this rod

Includes original satin bag showing only light wear

I have taken some poetic license with the design in two ways: first

This one is in near mint condition having only been lawn cast