Speedy, I always fancied a go with this rod.
I have owned the S4 in 9'0" #5; and two of the 9'0" #6. I don't have any S4 rods now. The best of the bunch was my first #6; which I regret having sold.
8'6" #5 is ideal for the rivers I fish. I have this format in a couple of different brands (Freestone, Greys X-Flite).
Do you fancy doing a hard sell on the rod, and maybe posting a few photos?
Thank you, Andrew