5wt | 7ft6in | 2pc | bamboo fly rod blank | Payne 101

1. Classic Payne 101 taper with progressive dimensions (0.057"-0.37") balances sensitivity and backbone for #12-#18 dry flies and light nymph rigs

2. Optimized for 3-15m mountain streams and low-visibility conditions, handling 14-22" trout and <3lbs smallmouth bass

3. Premium Tonkin bamboo hex construction with water-based varnish, featuring 18% nickel silver ferrules for seamless connection

4. Comes pre-ferruled and varnished by default, optional unfinished blank or self-install ferrule version (contact via official site)

5. Moderate parabolic flex (0.8-1.2s recovery) combines wind resistance management with pinpoint accuracy

• Product Description*

This artisan bamboo blank revives the iconic Payne 101 taper for modern stream anglers. The progressive dimensions transition from a 0.057" sensitive tip to a 0.37" reinforced butt, creating smooth parabolic flex through the 35-40" station that detects subtle strikes while maintaining casting control within 50ft ranges. Crafted from stress-tested Yunnan Tonkin bamboo hex splits, each section undergoes 72-hour load testing and pairs with precision-machined 18% nickel silver ferrules (±0.001" tolerance) for vibration-free energy transfer.

The standard version comes pre-finished with eco-friendly water-based varnish that highlights natural bamboo grain. DIY enthusiasts may request unfinished blanks or self-install ferrule options. The moderate action excels with #12-#18 dry flies and light nymph rigs (1-2 tungsten beads + 0.005" shot), enabling 45-degree reach casts and curve casts in confined streams. Pairs ideally with 5wt WF floating lines, maintaining 75% accuracy in 15-20mph crosswinds.