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8 1/2' D.W. Menscer Fly Rod

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This 2/2 rod is rated for 5/6 lines and features darkly flamed cane, dark red wraps tipped black, a 6" cigar handle, and a spalted wood reel seat with his stamped cap & ring hardware. The ferrules need cleaning to seat fully and one tip has a set. It has serial #26318 and comes with a khaki bag (w/ tag) and labeled tube with brass caps.

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8 1/2' D.W. Menscer Fly Rod

Name: 8 1/2' D.W. Menscer Fly Rod
SKU: 174999229
Price: 950 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $400 - $500

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