Vintage Daiwa Jupiter 9143 9½ft AFTMA 8/9 Salmon Fly Fishing Rod Japan

This is a vintage Japanese-made Daiwa Jupiter 9143-9½ salmon / sea trout fly rod, most likely dating from the late 1970s to early 1980s. The markings show: Daiwa Jupiter 9143-9½ 2.85m AFTMA 8/9 2-piece fly rod Original cloth bag included The deep amber/brown blank and whipped intermediates are very typical of higher-end Daiwa salmon fly rods from that era. The large butt guide and full wells handle indicate it was designed for salmon and large migratory trout fishing with a single-handed 8/9-weight line. Condition appears very good overall: Blank looks straight and clean Rings and whippings appear original Minor cosmetic lacquer marks only Cork/foam handle in good usable conditio