Walt Carpenter Browntone 7'9 3/2 5wt Bamboo Rod - New 13' There is no indication that

There is no indication that this rod has ever been cast

Two screw holes on the back plate show some use

Art of course was one of the principal founders of Trout Unlimited

There is light wear to the reel seat and a small dent in the butt cap

I had the anodizing done at the same place that famed reelmaker Stan Bogdan used

Walt Carpenter Browntone 7'9 3/2 5wt Bamboo Rod - New 13' There is no indication thatFor sale here is a Walt Carpenter Browntone bamboo rod in new condition with the original paper wrapping on the grip. 7'9 3 2 for a 5 weight line. This rod was made in 2009. You will be hard pressed to find a nicer example. The rod is priced at the same price as Mr. Carpenter is charging for a new rod which includes a very long waiting period.