Baginski, Rolf - "Westwind" Bamboo Rod 7' 3/2 4wt

Baginski, Rolf - "Westwind" Bamboo Rod 7' 3/2 4wtFor sale here is a bamboo rod made by Rolf Baginski of Germany his "Westwind" model 7 feet, 3 2 made for a four weight line. This rod features ornately engraved ferrules and reel seat hardware! Darkly flamed cane, serial #1473. Tapered cigar grip. Reel seat is German silver Argentine slide band over a stunning amboyna wood spacer. The guide wraps are clear with fine red edging at the ferrules and stripping guide and one red wrap in the middle of each

All edges gilt

"Marty Karstetter Maker" is stamped into the butt cap

post-fire stamp

-- "The integrity junkie's dream reel"

however the drag system was subsequently removed and upgraded by Ted Godfrey himself

and just a fantastic piece of fine craftsmanship

The ferrule fit is excellent and the ferrule plug is included

and has the model and size stamp

This is one of the coolest reels and agates I've ever laid my eyes on

Our "Classic" model fly reels are lightweight

Interesting enough

Original and unmolested smooth alloy foot