Vintage 3 Piece Custom 8 1/2 foot Split Bamboo Fly Rod. This rod is a refurbished South Bend rod, which was in poor shape and rescued be me. The wrappings were frayed and the reel seat was no longer useable. The cork grip and all guides and the ferrules are original. There is one tip. As shown, the tip is straight and true. As finished, the rod is a wonderful, charming companion. It’s action is vintage wet fly. The three pieces stiffen the action over a comperable two piece rod. It m...akes up into an eight foot six inches and travels easily in the back seat. It comes with a cloth sack and generic aluminum tube.Rod needs to be taken to the nearest grey hackle water. Shipment is via USPS Priority Mail.