To clarify any confusion, the rod was owned by a friend of mine who purchased it from a local sporting goods store. The clerk asked my friend if he wanted his name on the rod for free and he gladly accepted the offer. He paid full price for the rod. He's also in his 70's so I don't believe he guides. Art W. is his name. Very nice older gentleman who no longer needs the rod.

Anyway, the transaction is complete, so please delete this post. Thank you.