The E.F. Payne No. 96, sold through Abercrombie & Fitch, is a 6'6" two‑piece bamboo rod built for light, precise trout fishing. It carries Payne’s signature crisp, progressive action—quick to load, smooth through the stroke, and ideal for close‑range accuracy with a light line. Compact, elegant, and finely finished, the No. 96 reflects the classic Payne feel in a small‑stream length that’s perfectly suited for tight water and delicate presentations.
