Taper for Leonard Letort 40 - Ted
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