Darryl Whitehead Presentation Midge 6'3" 2/2 #4 Bamboo Rod

VFT3264


For sale here is a stunning Daryll Whitehead Presentation Midge rod. This is Daryll's rendition of the classic Paul H. Young Midge rod. 6'3" 2/2 for a 4 weight line. Made in 2008. The rod weighs 2.85 oz. Excellent+ condition. Blonde cane with dark gold silks tipped in cardinal. Tips are numbered I and II at the tip-tops using burgundy tipping. Blued guides and a beautiful honey-toned agate stripper. Cigar grip slightly reminiscent of a Garrison grip is in wonderful shape with very light soiling.  Beautifully engraved nickel-silver cap and ring reel seat with an elegant, circassian walnut spacer. The are a few light scratches on the seat from a reel foot. The Paulo Barbetti engravings on the nickel-silver reel seat hardware and ferrules are very nicely done, resulting in a finely detailed rod without being ostentatious. Ferrule size 11/64, the fit is perfect. Comes with fine ivory ferrule plug. The rod has a lively and crisp fast progressive action. Comes with original bag and labeled tube with brass fittings. A beautiful small stream rod from a true craftsman.

Shipping Information
We ship at cost to the buyer and in the majority of cases do so via UPS with full insurance and signature. There are cheaper options but our experience has been that you get what you pay for and that it's not worth taking risks when shipping what are often one-of-a-kind items. Your shipping estimate will be calculated at checkout and if you have any questions please contact us. Please note the buyers are responsible for any applicable import duties or fees that may levied. Due to the importance of packing items carefully please allow up to two weeks for arrival (depending on how busy we are) though we certainly do our best to get items to you as expeditiously as possible.
Other Terms
Unless otherwise noted, all items come with a 3-day inspection period during which they can be returned to us for a full refund (provided that they are in the same condition in which they left our shop). Return shipping is the responsibility of the buyer. If an item is returned, we will issue a refund within 10 days upon receipt. Refunds will be either administered by providing a check or, when possible, by canceling a credit card purchase.