Carpenter Bros. Bamboo Rod - 8'3" 2/2 3-4wt Hollowbuilt Quad 6'8" Art was a close friend

Art was a close friend to Dickerson as noted in Gerald Stein and James Schaaf's book

7'3" in length

For sale here is a FE Thomas Special bamboo rod -- 8'6" 3/2 for a five or six weight line

so the best foolproof way to get the right fit is to measure the outer diameter of the male ferrule with a micrometer

These are very nicely made reels from Mr

Carpenter Bros. Bamboo Rod - 8'3" 2/2 3-4wt Hollowbuilt Quad 6'8" Art was a close friendFor sale here is a hollow built quadrate rod by Cris Carpenter, an 8 foot 3 inch bamboo rod weighing in at 3 1 4 ounces. Near mint condition with plastic still on the grip. Two sections made with two tips for a three or four weight line. Medium flamed, clear brown silks, oxidized hardware, cap and ring reel seat over a stunning wood spacer. The varnish finish has some slight marks in it and one tip has a very slight set. Smooth full working medium