For sale here is a scarce Payne Model 198 7'6" 5wt 3/2 bamboo rod. The rod is in near mint restored condition. Jack Coyle performed the restoration (one of the best, if not the best Payne restorers on the planet!) All original hardware is included. All sections are full length and straight. Chestnut brown silks with gold tipping. Blued guides and ferrules. Western style grip is in great shape with little soiling. Classic Payne up-locking reel seat. Ferrule sizes 14/64 and 9/64 with an excellent fit. The rod weighs 4 3/8 oz. Rod comes with original bag and tube. An absolute classic rod with a silky smooth medium-fast action to suit almost all trout situations.