A RW Lancaster "Bow River" model bamboo fly rod, 8', 2-piece, 2-tip, and built for a #5 or #6 line. 4.8 ounces. Serial #261V997. Medium fast action. Mint condition. The cane is flamed and looks like it is impregnated. Belt sanded nodes. The wraps are a honey color with black edges. Ceramic stripping guide and black snake guides. Oxidized swiss style ferrules. Large cork grip that is 7" long and similar to a half wells profile. The downlocking screwlock is mortised and anodized to a matte black. The butt cap has two dings in it which indicate that it may have been used (though I can find no other signs of use on the rod). The rod bag is plaid with a RW Lancaster tag and packs into an all aluminum tube.