Paul Young Prosperity Bamboo Rod 7'6" 2/2 #5 8'4" Some background follows:

Some background follows:

The line capacity is amazing

as all Browntones are scarce and 2 pc rods over 8ft were special order

It has a Powell-esque grip which starts quite slim above the reel seat and flares to a slight ball near the middle then dips again before flaring to a bulb at the front

The ferrules are wrapped in magenta with black

Paul Young Prosperity Bamboo Rod 7'6" 2/2 #5 8'4" Some background follows:For sale here we have an early Paul H. Young Prosperity 7'6" 2 2 5wt bamboo fly rod. The rod was beautifully restored by Tim Zietak and remains in excellent condition with the only issue being a slight set in one of the tips. The rod features variegated rust and black silks. The original "Prosperity" stamp was retained on the butt section. Modified wells grip with only light soiling. Nickel silver cap and ring reel seat over a mortised cork spacer.