Marty Karstetter Bamboo Fly Rod 8'3" 2/2 #4/5 3-Piece An absolutely stunning flame-mottled rod

An absolutely stunning flame-mottled rod that many Paul Young collectors crave

Stamped D3 on the frame and 3 on the foot

Ferrules fit nice and tight

Red signature wrap as well as red tipping at the winding check

For sale here is another gem by the talented team of Amelia Tufts and Gabe Batson (Tufts & Batson) -- 7'9" 3/2 5wt

Marty Karstetter Bamboo Fly Rod 8'3" 2/2 #4/5 3-Piece An absolutely stunning flame-mottled rodA nice Marty Karstetter hollow built bamboo rod, 8'3" 2 piece, 2 tips, built for a #4 or #5 line. Marked weight of 3 1 2 oz and my scale has it very close at 3. 45 oz. Serial #22315. Two opposed node construction with a medium wheat straw color. Medium fast action with a fairly stiff butt and and delicate tips. Near mint condition, appears to have been only very lightly fished and well cared for. Light caramel colored wraps, with darker chestnut