Payne Model 102H Bamboo Rod 8' 2/2 #5 1-Piece Black and brick red marbling

Black and brick red marbling on the side plates

The nameplate remains blank

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

and collar

brushed aluminum tube with brass top and collar

Payne Model 102H Bamboo Rod 8' 2/2 #5 1-Piece Black and brick red marblingFor sale here is a Payne Model 102H bamboo fly rod 8' 2 2 5wt. The rod is in excellent restored condition. The restoration appears to have been done quite a while ago by a very competent practitioner. The rods does show slight evidence of use post restoration. The reel seat bears the Payne trademark stamp. The Model 102H is a scarce model with a great dry fly action. Handsome agate stripping guide. The grip is 5 7 8" in length and slightly ridged.