Walt Carpenter "Like a Payne" 8' 2/2 4-5wt Bamboo Rod 6'10" salmon using one of these

salmon using one of these rods that he designed for P&M

This raised pillar model features a 2

The tiny Swiss-style ferrules have a perfect fit

6'4 for a four weight line

The grip is made of cork rings with mahogany inserts for a very appealing look

Walt Carpenter "Like a Payne" 8' 2/2 4-5wt Bamboo Rod 6'10" salmon using one of theseFor sale here is a very special rod made by Walt Carpenter his "Like a Payne" bamboo rod. Payne 102 taper, 8 feet for a 4 or 5 weight line. The rod remains in mint unused condition with the original paper on the grip. It comes with the original bag and labeled tube. Bright up locking reel seat over a mahogany spacer. This rod was built by in 2005 and included with the sale is a provenance letter from Walt in which he details all of the original Payne