Jim Hidy Hollowbuilt Bamboo Rod 7'9" 2/2 #5 9'9" The ferrules are wrapped in

The ferrules are wrapped in a transparent amber

There is some end play on the spindle

Black aluminum down-locking reel seat over a cork spacer

This is the big boy

The following is the description from Joe's son in law:

Jim Hidy Hollowbuilt Bamboo Rod 7'9" 2/2 #5 9'9" The ferrules are wrapped inFor sale here is a Jim Hidy 7'9" 2 2 5wt hollow built bamboo rod. Serial no. Q23652H 2. The rod is in near mint condition having only been lawn cast. All sections are full length and straight. Transparent cinnamon colored wraps with black tipping at the winding check, ferrules, and tip tops. The guides are also wrapped in both black and cinnamon. Blued guides. Ring hook keeper. Full wells grip with a rather straight taper measuring 6 1 8" in length.