The rod is in excellent+ condition with a bit of light wear
Rotating back plate so that pressure can be applied against a strong fish on the run
Made in 2014
Bound in full alligator green leather with gilt titling and decoration on the spine
The rod features light to medium toned cane with goldenrod wraps and burgundy tipping at the winding check
William Mills & Son 1966 Catalog 6' The rod is in excellent+64 pages. Near fine condition. 1966 marks the Arthur C. Mills' year of retirement and passing of the torch to his son, Stephen W. Mills. This is noted in the opening letter to fellow sportsmen. Rods featured such as H. L. Leonard and Orvis bamboo, Leonard glass, Fenwick glass, et al. Reels featured such as Arthur Walker salmon reels, Leonard Mills Trout & Fairy, Hardy (Lightweight Series, Perfect, St. George, St. John), Pflueger, Alcedo & Quick