Winston LT 279-5 (7' 9" 2wt) Fly Rod - Leland Upgrade

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titles & descriptions Store Home Fly Fishing Rods Fly Fishing Reels Fly Fishing Lines Fly Fishing Outfits Waders Wading Boots & Sandals Vests Tackle Packs Leader Tippet Clothing Other Items Winston LT 279-5 (7' 9" 2wt) Fly Rod - Leland Upgrade ~ Rollover to Preview ~ Bid Now Item Condition: Very Good; The rod has been used but well taken care of after every fishing trip. It shows signs of NORMAL assembly wear on the male ferrules and/or LIGHT surface scratches on various parts of the blank. The reel seat hardware shows oxidation or SMALL dings from reel attachment. Overall you will be pleased with the rods condition, but it still looks moderately used. ALL PICTURES ARE OF ACTUAL ITEM.This rod comes with the original rod sock and rod tube along with the Leland Upgrade 18 Month Warranty. Line Size: 2 Weight Rod Length: 7 Feet 9 Inches Weight: 2 1/8 Ounces Handle: Cigar Sections: 5Reel Seat: Uplocking w/ Wood Insert Action: Medium Fast Rod Tube Length: 22 Inches Winston LT 279-5 (7' 9" 2wt) Fly Rod Next time you are ducking under over hangs you'll wish you had this little rod. The 7' 9" 2-weight LT can roll out a 20 footer with a flick and land a dry fly with only the smallest wake. This is the rod of choice when Bushwacking up Willowemec Creek in the Southern Catskills. Leland on the Winston LT A five piece dry fly rod? Of course we all wanted one. With their reputation of manufacturing the finest dry fly rods in the world, we knew these new rods would be great for our traveling crew. However, when we picked one up we were pleasantly surprised to find a great general-purpose rod as well. We couldn't believe the feel of these rods. They have a soft tip with a fast mid and butt section for hook setting strength and backbone to throw a heavy nymph system as well. Oh yeah we can't forget the 5 piece part, the internal ferrule system that makes the rod feel like a one piece rod. These new LT rods have it all. They are the perfect fit for anyone wanting to put a rod in their briefcase for that "business" trip. Leland on R.L. Winston Craftsmanship, craftsmanship, craftsmanship.... Winston has built one of fly fishing's best reputations through an unmatched attention to detail. R.L Winston is one of the oldest rod manufacturers in the world, and for good reason. Founded in 1929, the company was located on 6th street in downtown San Francisco, just blocks away from Leland. Raised in the Bay Area, Winston evolved on the waters and casting ponds that helped establish the area as a fly fishing mecca. Throughout the company's history they have stayed true to the idea that there will always be a market for those who appreciate fine craftsmanship. Soon after the company's inception their reputation as a high quality rod company blossomed. Within only a few years their rods were being used in tournaments throughout the United States. Winston bamboo rods quickly became known as some of the finest anywhere. Bamboo rods made in the San Francisco shop have become some of the most sought after in the world. Although the majority of rods produced today are graphite, they still manufacture bamboo. Only 100 bamboo rods are made by the company each year, a testament to the time put into their individual creation. In the 1950's the company began to develop fly rods made of fiberglass. Created by one of Winston's true innovators, Doug Merrick, the 'glass' rods produced during that time have become collectables. Today, in an effort to enable the modern fly fisherman to taste what once was, the company reintroduced a fiberglass series of rods, the Winston Retro. Winston has managed to employ their decades of experience building rods in the company's current rod designs. Maintaining the soul that has always been present in their rods, Winston produces some of the industry's finest graphite rods using the industry's most advanced materials. While at the same time maintaining the soul that has always been present in their rods. Today, Winston o... read more

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