John Gallas Parabolic Fly Rod 7'9" 2/2 #5 EF Payne Rod Company The wraps are "May rose"

The wraps are "May rose" color with orange edges

This is the latest creation from Fred Balling who has been working on recreations of a number of classic reels over the years

Ferrule fits are excellent

A Kusse 8' fly rod in very good condition with nice straight sections

This rod was the lightest model made by Leonard and they are quite rare

John Gallas Parabolic Fly Rod 7'9" 2/2 #5 EF Payne Rod Company The wraps are "May rose"An excellent J. W. Gallas rod, a 7'9" 5wt. 2 piece, 2 tip "Parabolic". Medium fast and very powerful action. Judging by the wear on the guides, only one tip has been cast just a few times. The rod is straight and the Super Z style ferrules are tight. Varnished flamed shafts are wrapped green with black edges. Medium cigar grip with nicely done ring and pocket cap with alternating bands of walnut, cork, and walnut. Nicely made ferrule plug. A few minor