Heddon President Deluxe Bamboo Fly Rod 8'6" 3/2 #5/6 8'10" but the rod is clearly

but the rod is clearly a Special Deluxe

the 110th birthday of when the model was originally introduced in 1903 at the request of frenchman Louis Bouglé

The TR 23 has no gearing

Serial #34103

Heddon President Deluxe Bamboo Fly Rod 8'6" 3/2 #5/6 8'10" but the rod is clearlyA Heddon De Luxe President bamboo fly rod, 8'6", 3 piece, 2 tip, and built for a #5 or #6 line. The rod weighs 5. 3 ounces. Both tips are short at the ferrule and the grip has been cleaned. One of the snake guides on the mid needs a bit of attention. Fast action rod. Aside from the "in camp" repairs to the tips, the rod is in very good condition. As a rare Heddon model, this rod ought to be restored. Dark chestnut stained ammonia tempered cane. Gold