George Guba "Leonard 39-5" Model Bamboo Fly Rod 7'6" 2/2 #5 8 All original Paynes like this

All original Paynes like this are scarcer and scarcer

The reel is right hand retrieve and in near mint+ condition with a very faint scratch in the anodizing on the front plate

with only a tiny amount of hand discoloration on the grip and the faintest hint of "bag wear̢" and brassing on the agate stripping guide

The rod packs in the original bag and tube

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George Guba "Leonard 39-5" Model Bamboo Fly Rod 7'6" 2/2 #5 8 All original Paynes like thisA George Guba "Leonard 39 5" Model Bamboo Fly Rod, 7'6", 2 piece, 2 tips, built for a #5 line. 3. 6 ounces. Looks to be in mint condition with no wear to the inner guides or any other signs of use that I could find. Medium fast to fast action. The cane is done in a light flame, about two shades lighter than the Leonard "Hunt" models. The shaft is lettered "L. H. #39 7 1 2" 5W, by George Guba '05", and then the original owner's name. 3 up node pattern