Maxwell Leonard 40M-5 Fly Rod 8′ 2/2 #5 13' The owner of this Brandin

The owner of this Brandin fished it occasionally for landlocked salmon

for grilse or light salmon

This is the limited edition rod that kicked off the "Spinoza" series of rods

It's in pristine condition with little-to-no signs of use

Cap has some oxidation missing from ridge

Maxwell Leonard 40M-5 Fly Rod 8′ 2/2 #5 13' The owner of this BrandinA superb Maxwell Leonard 40M 5, an 8 2 piece, 2 tip rod, serial #304. From the early Maxwell period at Leonard. Mint and original the paper and gum strips are still on the grip. This is the standard Leonard model. Blonde cane wraps are tan, with brown at the ferrules and keeper. Impeccable Maxwell varnish job. Mortised maple seat with an oxidized cap and ring. Pewter oxidized ferrules. It is straight as the day it left the stop. The initials DD