Lyle Dickerson Model 861711 Special Bamboo Rod 8'6" 3/2 #6 7'3" I see this as the

I see this as the pinnacle of the rod maker's art

Medium flamed cane with dark olive transparent silks

The bag is made of a satin-like material in a plum color with a black faux suede lining and paisley piping around the edge

7'6 2/2 for a 4wt line

Capacity is a DT5 plus 30 yards of backing

Lyle Dickerson Model 861711 Special Bamboo Rod 8'6" 3/2 #6 7'3" I see this as theFor sale here is a Lyle Dickerson Model "861711 Special" bamboo rod. Made in 1937. 8'6, 3 2 for a 6 weight line. Excellent overall restored condition. All sections are full length and straight. No prior repairs are evident. The rod weighs 4. 7 oz. There were 152 of the 861711 model rods. What makes this rod scarce and "special" is the tapered walnut end cap with the pinned aluminum pocketed butt cap. Cigar grip with down locking hardware and standard