R.L. Winston Bamboo Rod SF-era 8' 2/1 #7/8 11'6" The grip is reverse tapered

The grip is reverse tapered (skinnier on the bottom and thicker on the top)

Serial #17697 made in 1955 by George Reid and Cal Skinner

Working in his garage shop

Dark flame tempered cane with transparent wraps and amber tipping

R.L. Winston Bamboo Rod SF-era 8' 2/1 #7/8 11'6" The grip is reverse taperedFor sale here is a San Francisco era RL Winston bamboo rod 8 feet, 2 1 for a 7 or 8 weight line. Serial no. 6454. 4 3 4 oz. Excellent condition. Original bag and tube. Perfect ferrule fit (size 15). No structural issues with cane, silk wraps or components. And yes, it was originally built as a one tip rod. And yes, it's a medium fast to fast action cannon!