Pickard, John - Dickerson 801510 Limited Edition Bamboo Rod

Pickard, John - Dickerson 801510 Limited Edition Bamboo RodFor sale here is a limited edition rod (#10 of 20 made) made by John Pickard. The rod is a Dickerson 801510 taper (size 10 and 15 ferrules). 8 feet, 3 2 for a 5 weight. Rod is in mint condition. The "PE" written on the rod stands for pre embargo cane with which Mr. Pickard crafted this rod from. Classic Dickerson cosmetics, nicely executed. I'd say it's on the medium side of medium fast. Lots of reserve power. Comes with original bag and tube. The rod

Hardy's Continental Special also shared similar casting characteristics and features the staggered ferrule design

Minor marks to the reel from honest and careful fishing use

Made in the 1950s and remaining in near mint original condition

Comes with original neoprene reel pouch

Professionally refinished excellent varnish

Because urushi lacquer does not use organic solvents

Made in early 2000

dings or chips to the frame

Reel has not been fished but has been handled and therefore is not in mint condition -- just a few marks on it as shown in the photos

no cracks in the hard rubber

I will pay return shipping if not pleased

and appears to be in unused condition with original bag and labeled tube