R.L. Winston Bamboo Fly Rod SF-era 8'6" 2/2 #5 1-Piece Who actually made the reels

Who actually made the reels is still up for debate

The label does show wear but remains legible

For sale here is an impregnated Orvis Battenkill 8' 2/2 5wt bamboo rod

lightly-used condition

R.L. Winston Bamboo Fly Rod SF-era 8'6" 2/2 #5 1-Piece Who actually made the reelsFor sale here is a San Francisco era R. L. Winston 8'6" 5wt 2 2 bamboo fly rod. Serial no. 8809 made by Doug Merrick. The rod is in excellent overall condition. The second tip is a later replacement made by Winston. The wraps are a bit more beige than gold as on the original and the bottom stripper is bright and not blued. All sections are full length and straight. Champagne colored wraps over blonde cane. Burgundy tipping at winding check, signature