FE Thomas Special Salmon Rod 8'6 3/2 #8 2-Piece This rod was the lightest

This rod was the lightest model made by Leonard and they are quite rare

Wraps are an almost transparent tan with light brown edges

The reel comes in a black leather case and includes a commemorative medallion

The female ferrule and one tip ferrule show evidence of the use of pliers resulting in galling of the nickel silver ferrules

This is a great length and line weight often overlooked by other rod makers

FE Thomas Special Salmon Rod 8'6 3/2 #8 2-Piece This rod was the lightestAn FE Thomas special salmon rod, 8'6" 3 piece, 2 tip, built for a #8 line. Stamped 7F on the butt cap. Originally sold to Herb Welch in 1948. Fair condition, has some minor bag imprint and small chips in the varnish. One tip has a cracked node just below the 2nd guide from the bottom and should have a clear wrap to make this tip usable. Wrapped brown with 3,7,3,1, signature wraps in brown. 6" blunt cigar grip. Downlocking screw lock seat with a