EC Powell Steelhead Fly Rod 9'6" 3/2 #7 7 Weight Handle arm is straight and

Handle arm is straight and does not rub against the hard rubber plates like it may have some time before in its long life

but sometimes within a rod itself

The spool remains in excellent condition though there is a bit of light wear around the rim

black at the ferrules

The sliding band is of the same style

EC Powell Steelhead Fly Rod 9'6" 3/2 #7 7 Weight Handle arm is straight andA semi hollow EC Powell fly rod, 9'6", 3 piece, 2 tip (one tip 2" short), built for what feels to me like a #7 line. Medium fast action. Weighs 5. 4 ounces on my scale. I would grade this as being in used fair condition with some areas that could use a little attention before being trotted out for more years of service. There are several hook digs to the butt section and most of the wraps on all sections have fair quality overcoats. The butt female