HL Leonard Model 38L Bamboo Rod 7' 2/2 #2/3 7'2" Early serial #071

Early serial #071

These Robichaud reels are super difficult to find on the resale market especially with extra spool

baking about 100 reel seats in the tempering oven to achieve this light caramelized color

To this day his reels command top dollar

Tan poplin rod bag

HL Leonard Model 38L Bamboo Rod 7' 2/2 #2/3 7'2" Early serial #071For sale here is a H. L. Leonard Model 38L bamboo rod. 7 feet with two sections and two tips. Serial # 1081, made around 1970. Weight is 2 5 8 oz. with a softer action for a DT2 or WF3 line. Perfect for fishing little spring runs and small streams where delicate presentation is essential. The size 10 ferrule makes this is a scarce light line 7ft. post fire model as most were made size with a 11 (or larger) ferrules in the model 38 and heavier 38H. Red