For sale here is a Mario Wojnicki five-sided, hollow-built bamboo rod - 257 cm, or 8'5" 2/2 for a 5wt line. Model number 257V5. Serial #1107. Made when Mario was head bamboo rodmaker at Scott Rod Co. The rod is in near mint condition. Guides, tip tops, and stripping guide are all bright. EC Powell-style wells grip. Action is pure Mario on the parabolic side of semi-parabolic and the rod is a joy to cast. Flaming is dramatic and beautiful. Up-locking blued slide band reel-seat. This taper is very effective for swinging flies or streamers, as well as being able to cast larger dry flies very effectively. The rod weighs 3 7/8 oz. Comes with original period bag and tube.