Leonard Rod Company 1977-1978 Catalog

Leonard Rod Company 1977-1978 CatalogFor sale here is a rarely seen catalog by H. L. Leonard Rod Co. 1977 1978. Excellent condition. I'm not sure of the date of publication, but here's an example of rods featured and associated pricing. The original price sheet and order form is included. Leonard Varnished Rods 2 pc $425 3 pc $475 Leonard Impregnated Rods 2 pc $295 3 pc $345 'Golden Shadow' Carbon Fibre 2 pc $219 3 pc $259 Leonard 'Diamondback' Carbon Fibre 7', 7 1 2' $159 8, 8 1 2' $164

The mortised wood spacer appears to be a stabilized redwood burl

This rod has been refinished as most of the white lettering for the length and line weight is gone

3) Maximo collateral page

The reel is all black with a gold anodized drag knob

The initials M

The spool comes loaded with a sinking line in good condition

The black script indicating the serial number on the butt and tip sections remains clean and bold

"If you could not enjoy casting this rod

The rod is in like new condition

and a rosewood reel seat with aluminum down-locking reel seat hardware

As stated ferrule fits are good and the rod is straight

two sections with two tips for a five-weight line