FE Thomas Special bamboo rod 6'6" 2/2 #3 8'9" titanium handle arm

titanium handle arm

These reels are not easy to find on the resale market

The tip was made 1/2" shorter than the butt section

For sale here is a Bogdan Steelhead model fly reel in excellent used condition with minor cosmetic marks

The tips are a wonderful balance of thinness and strength to provide tippet protection and finesse while still allowing for bushy flies

FE Thomas Special bamboo rod 6'6" 2/2 #3 8'9" titanium handle armFor sale here is a recent FE Thomas Special bamboo rod crafted by Steve Campbell, the current proprietor of the Thomas Rod Co, about 4 5 years ago. This rod is a 6 1 2 foot rod with two sections and two tips for a 3 or 4 weight line. Classic medium action taper. The rod remains in mint condition. Thomas Specials are finished in the natural straw color of the bamboo. Mountings are of German silver. Guides are bronzed steel snake guides with a nickel