JD Wagner Penta Fly Rod 7'3" 2/2 #4/5 8' since 1869" in the cartouche

since 1869" in the cartouche

I found a draw die house that could re-draw it to a highly polished condition

and "634" (6" #3

Oxidized step-down ferrules with a perfect fit

is almost always a sign that the owner took great care with a rod

JD Wagner Penta Fly Rod 7'3" 2/2 #4/5 8' since 1869" in the cartoucheA nice J. D. Wagner Penta fly rod, model 273 FSB 4 5 wt. "Penta number one". 7'3" in length, 2 piece, 2 tip, built for a #4 5 line. Pentagonal construction. Medium, full flexing action. This rod shows signs of light use, as the grip has a very small amount of hand soiling. Flamed cane with what would have been 2 opposed node pattern if this had been a 6 sided blank. Excellent flawless varnish. Chrome guides wrapped in a very light brown with tiny