R.L. Winston Fly Rod 8' 3/2 #5 6' Blunt cigar grip with a

Blunt cigar grip with a thin band of lignum vitae ( a tropical wood denser than water) set in the middle of the grip

a period during which he decided to bring back the Hunt pattern to Leonard's lineup

An excellent Thomas and Thomas Cahill fly rod

Stamped on the pocket cap "E

R.L. Winston Fly Rod 8' 3/2 #5 6' Blunt cigar grip with aAn excellent RL Winston 8' 3 piece, 2 tip rod built for a #5 line. Serial number #3306. This is one of the finest Winstons that I have ever handled. The varnish is superb. Tips are mirrored. Features a nickel silver downlocking screw lock. Cigar grip appears to have been unhandled. Agate stripper. All sections are straight and this rod may have been at most lawn cast once or twice. Wrapped in tan silk with black accents. Medium fast action. Winston