BF434 Howells,  76"',  2/2   Weighing 3 oz, for a 4 weight line. Serial number 5008, crafted in 1983. Carbide stripper guide, wrapped in brown thread with gold trim. Payne style grip, down sliding cap and ring reel seat with cork insert. Includes original cloth bag and labeled aluminum tube. The rod is in mint un-fished condition and has original plastic on the grip. Includes paperwork from Gary to rod owner.