A fine H.L. Leonard Hunt 50-5, made during the Tom Maxwell period and dating to early 1980. At 8 feet, in a three-piece, two-tip configuration for a #5 line, this is one of Leonard’s classic all-round trout rods. Serial number 8073; weight approximately 4.4 oz.
The rod is built from beautifully flamed cane, with Leonard’s characteristic small pressed nodes arranged three-up. The wraps are a handsome plum, accented with purple and red at the hook keeper and male ferrules, complemented by an agate stripping guide and black snake guides. The action is medium to fast — refined, responsive and distinctly Leonard.
Leonard’s stepped ferrules retain virtually all of their original pewter-toned oxidation. The six-inch cork grip is formed in a slender cigar profile and leads to an attractive tiger maple reel seat. The oxidized slide band and butt cap show some light edge wear, while the cap carries the classic stamping:
“H.L. Leonard Rod Co., The Rod Maker, since 1869.”
The rod shows moderate, honest use. There is light soiling to the grip, some brassing to the inner guides and fine casting cracks in the varnish over the ferrule wraps. The tiger maple reel seat is slightly tight, although the sliding band remains fully functional. These signs of use are consistent with a rod that has been fished and carefully kept rather than restored.
Complete with its tan cloth rod bag and sanded aluminium tube with brass fittings.
A particularly appealing Maxwell-era Leonard: beautifully appointed, highly fishable and an excellent example of the Hunt tradition from one of the most interesting periods in the history of the Leonard Rod Company.
Previous owner bought this rod through Spinoza Rods.
Explore our collection of H.L. Leonard bamboo fly rods, spanning several generations of American rodmaking, from the pre-fire era to the workshops of Tom Maxwell and Marc Aroner. Discover the 50DF Tournament, 4099½, The Duracane, and the Catskill Special 48-4.
Maker:
H.L. Leonard Rod Company
Model:
Hunt 50-5
Length:
8'
Configuration:
3-piece / 2-tip
Line:
#5
Weight:
Approx. 4.4 oz
Serial Number:
8073
Year:
1980
Era:
Tom Maxwell
Condition:
Very Good
Includes:
Original bag and tube
Questions about this piece, international shipping, or price are always welcome.
A fine H.L. Leonard Hunt 50-5, made during the Tom Maxwell period and dating to early 1980. At 8 feet, in a three-piece, two-tip configuration for a #5 line, this is one of Leonard’s classic all-round trout rods. Serial number 8073; weight approximately 4.4 oz.
The rod is built from beautifully flamed cane, with Leonard’s characteristic small pressed nodes arranged three-up. The wraps are a handsome plum, accented with purple and red at the hook keeper and male ferrules, complemented by an agate stripping guide and black snake guides. The action is medium to fast — refined, responsive and distinctly Leonard.
Leonard’s stepped ferrules retain virtually all of their original pewter-toned oxidation. The six-inch cork grip is formed in a slender cigar profile and leads to an attractive tiger maple reel seat. The oxidized slide band and butt cap show some light edge wear, while the cap carries the classic stamping:
“H.L. Leonard Rod Co., The Rod Maker, since 1869.”
The rod shows moderate, honest use. There is light soiling to the grip, some brassing to the inner guides and fine casting cracks in the varnish over the ferrule wraps. The tiger maple reel seat is slightly tight, although the sliding band remains fully functional. These signs of use are consistent with a rod that has been fished and carefully kept rather than restored.
Complete with its tan cloth rod bag and sanded aluminium tube with brass fittings.
A particularly appealing Maxwell-era Leonard: beautifully appointed, highly fishable and an excellent example of the Hunt tradition from one of the most interesting periods in the history of the Leonard Rod Company.
Previous owner bought this rod through Spinoza Rods.
Explore our collection of H.L. Leonard bamboo fly rods, spanning several generations of American rodmaking, from the pre-fire era to the workshops of Tom Maxwell and Marc Aroner. Discover the 50DF Tournament, 4099½, The Duracane, and the Catskill Special 48-4.
Maker:
H.L. Leonard Rod Company
Model:
Hunt 50-5
Length:
8'
Configuration:
3-piece / 2-tip
Line:
#5
Weight:
Approx. 4.4 oz
Serial Number:
8073
Year:
1980
Era:
Tom Maxwell
Condition:
Very Good
Includes:
Original bag and tube
Questions about this piece, international shipping, or price are always welcome.
