E.W. Edwards Winchester Model 6163 "Wandrod" 7' 2/2 #4 6'8" A prior owner lightly etched

A prior owner lightly etched two "50" marks into the outer spool finish (see last photo)

This reel has a nice large capacity and large drag

Polished shop-made aluminum up lock screw lock and a mortised

This one remains in excellent condition

Serial #0023

E.W. Edwards Winchester Model 6163 "Wandrod" 7' 2/2 #4 6'8" A prior owner lightly etchedFor sale here is an exceedingly rare E. W. Edwards designed Winchester 6163 "Wandrod" 7' 2 2 4wt. Made between 1926 1933. A description from the 1927 Winchester catalog reads, "Highest grade bamboo rod. Hand made throughout. Hand tooled nickel silver fittings. Serrated, welted and waterproofed ferrules All six strips cut from the same piece of bamboo) The rod is in excellent condition and appears to be 100% original. The Silkaline bag is also original