Rotating back plate so that pressure can be applied against a strong fish on the run
and cap are all oxidized jet black as well
The rod is in excellent+ condition with a bit of light wear
The rod features light to medium toned cane with goldenrod wraps and burgundy tipping at the winding check
The progressive taper of the WT is a full-flex design
William Mills & Son 1966 Catalog 6' Rotating back plate so that64 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