Walt Carpenter Browntone Fly Rod 7'6" 2/2 #5 2 Weight which I presume is for

which I presume is for accommodating the longer feet on early reels like Hardy's

Attractive brown handle spins freely - not sure if it's original or not

The wraps are color preserved and tipped

Excellent condition with one tip having taken a set

Walt Carpenter Browntone Fly Rod 7'6" 2/2 #5 2 Weight which I presume is forA very nice Walt Carpenter Browntone bamboo fly rod, 7'6", 2 piece, 2 tip, built for a #5 (though also feels as though it would take a #4 nicely). A nice delicate medium action. Near mint restored condition. The original owner used this rod and took it to Walt to restore three years ago, though if he hadn't told me that I would have assumed that it was in almost mint condition, as Walt did a terrific job with it. 3. 7 ounces. Flamed cane in a three up