Thomas and Thomas Grilse Model Fly Rod 8'6" 2/2 #7 Two Handed Fly Rod This lovely aristocrat from Jim's

This lovely aristocrat from Jim's father (who died in 1914) is amazing in its condition as nothing has been hurt or shortened

The reel seat is an uplocking screw lock with a walnut spacer

Like new condition with plastic still on the grip

The tension regulator works perfectly

Thomas and Thomas Grilse Model Fly Rod 8'6" 2/2 #7 Two Handed Fly Rod This lovely aristocrat from Jim'sA superb Thomas and Thomas "Grilse" fly rod, 8'6", 3 piece, 2 tip, built for a #7 line. Serial #5321. 7. 6 ounces. Fast DF action. Mint, unused condition. Detached 2 1 2" fighting butt still wrapped in plastic. Large swell with flamed cane with the beginning of the tiger stripe technique. Magnificent varnish, something for all other rodmakers to look up to. Carbide stripper, chrome guides. The wraps are almost transparent with black edges, dark brown