so the best foolproof way to get the right fit is to measure the outer diameter of the male ferrule with a micrometer
I remember
Included with the rod are emails between the owner and Dana Grey about the rod history and a photocopy of the card Sam filled out upon receiving the rod to refinish the butt
This rod could not have been fished much -- a few of the spots where varnish collected in the guides has not worn off
This rod pre-dated my supplying ferrule plugs so I have supplied a set that I've recently made
Darryl Whitehead Fly Rod 6' 1/1 #2/3 Marc Aroner so the best foolproof wayA unique Darryl Whitehead, 6', 1 piece rod for a #2 or #3 line, the only 1 piece that he has made to date. Mortised ivory slide band, cap and ring seat. Cap and ring engraved by master engraver Paolo Barbetti. On the bottom of the cap "D. Whitehead, Maker, #33, 1991" is engraved. Narrow cork bands comprise the grip, which is shaped to a slim cigar. Straw colored cane with a spiral node pattern. Light yellow wraps are almost clear when varnished, and