Charlton 8500 1.2 Signature Series Fly Reel EF Payne Rod Company The rod is exactly nine

The rod is exactly nine feet long and the fact that every section is equal length lends credibility to this rod being originally made with the Halstead ferrule (typically the Halstead ferrules were 3/8" longer than the equivalent size Super Z)

covering line weights 4-7

The action is on the medium side but the swelled butt gives makes the rod feel a little quicker than true medium

There are two separate drag knobs that dictate LHW or RHW

Comes with its original blue cordura reel case

Charlton 8500 1.2 Signature Series Fly Reel EF Payne Rod Company The rod is exactly nineFor sale here is a Charlton 8500 Signature Series 1. 2 fly reel in excellent used condition. Mechanically perfect. Carbon fiber sealed drag. Left hand retrieve. A classic bluewater reel that is indestructible and a match for whatever you can throw its way! Designed for 10 12 wt lines. Catalog weight is 10 oz. Comes with original blue cordura pouch. We also have listed a spare spool for this reel if interested. "Pack your toughest rods."