Thomas and Thomas Paradigm Fly Rod 8' 3/2 #5 8’5” The spring is now back

The spring is now back in its normal position with no rub

The rod tube is brushed aluminum with a brass collar and top from the Rodon Co

but no cracks

White witness dots

showing very slight usage

Thomas and Thomas Paradigm Fly Rod 8' 3/2 #5 8’5” The spring is now backA Thomas and Thomas Paradigm bamboo fly rod, 8', 3 piece, 2 tip, and built for a #5 line. Serial #3581. Impregnated model. 4. 1 ounces. Medium action. Overall very good condition with the exception of a 1" clear wrap on the #1 tip just below the tip top. The rod is straight. There is some hand soiling to the grip. Tan color cane done in a three up node pattern. Maroon wraps with a carbide stripper and black snake guides. The swiss style ferrules have