Thomas and Thomas Paradigm Fly Rod 8' 2/2 #5 12'6" The model was introduced in

The model was introduced in 1950 when Jim Payne developed a new set of faster dry fly tapers

blued nickel silver winding check

A fantastic model for those looking for a classic S-handle style trout reel

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Thomas and Thomas Paradigm Fly Rod 8' 2/2 #5 12'6" The model was introduced inA nice Thomas and Thomas Paradigm fly rod, 8', 2 piece, 2 tip, built for a #5. Weighs 4. 3 ounces. Serial #3008. Impregnated model. Good used condition with the grip slightly ridged from cleaning. Medium full flexing action. Dark wheat straw oven temper cane leaving the three up node pattern nodes slightly darker than the surrounding cane. The wraps are light yellow with brown and black edges at the keeper and back edges at the ferrules and tip tops.