Payne Model 98 Fly Rod 7' 2/2 #3/4 4 Weight Capacity: WF6+90 yds (20lb)

Capacity: WF6+90 yds (20lb)

An Orvis Battenkill fly rod

Tom was one of my favorite contemporary makers

Serial number H428 dating the reel to 1915

There have been no repairs or everything about the reel appears to be original

Payne Model 98 Fly Rod 7' 2/2 #3/4 4 Weight Capacity: WF6+90 yds (20lb)A Payne Model 98 bamboo fly rod, 7', 2 piece, 2 tips, and built for a #3 or #4. #60801 is listed on the hangtag. A medium slow action with a #4 or a bit faster with a #3. 2. 9 ounces. Used but original condition. There are a few minor issues, some small varnish chips on the rod shafts, one yellow edge on a tip wrap is frayed, and there is some varnish missing on the reel seat. There are also some cosmetic casting cracks on the ferrule wraps, and the