Cunningham, Rick - Garrison Model 212E 8' 2/2 6wt Bamboo Rod 3-Piece The metal vise exhibits a

The metal vise exhibits a nice patina as one would expect

The reel will ship from the UK

The serial number indicates a 1974 manufacture date

The reel seat is mortised cork with an aluminum ring and pocket cap

The bottom of the threaded portion of the tube is cracked but does not affect the cap being screwed on securely

Cunningham, Rick - Garrison Model 212E 8' 2/2 6wt Bamboo Rod 3-Piece The metal vise exhibits aFor sale here is a Garrison Model 212E taper bamboo rod built by Rick Cunningham of Texas. This is a stellar example of the very popular progressive medium fast action Garrison model 212E. RIck calls it "The Westerner" and absolutely nailed it with this description of what the rod is perfect for, big western rivers where one needs a rod with backbone to throw big bugs into the wind. The rod appears to be in mint, un fished condition. This rod is