Several people asked me to post this taper for a rod I am in the process of
refinishing.   The rod is a Leonard 8' 0", 2 piece, Model Letort 40 for a #
4 line.  This is a very light, full flexing, rod that cant be hurried, but I
believe it would be ideal for delicate presentation.  The measurements are
taken at 5" centres over bare cane (varnish was removed) and are the average
of 3 flats.  Measurements are also given in front of the male and female
ferrules and at the sharp swelling in front of the cork grip.  The rod has 9
guides including the stripper.  The ferrule is a 12/64" step-down style.

Tip
0"     .060"
5"     .070"
10"    .088
15"    .098
20"    .118
25"    .126
30"    .140
35"    .153
40"    .170
45"    .194
46 5/8"    .196 behind the male ferrule.

Butt
0"    ferrule
1 3/4"    .191" behind female ferrule
5"    .198"
10"    .212"
15"    .226"
20"    .232
25"    .242
30"    .252
35"    .268    start of swelled butt
36 1/2"    .280"
38 3/4"    .370"  start of cork grip

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