Orvis Kit Rod 8' 6 Weight Fly Rod

Orvis Kit Rod 8' 6 Weight Fly RodFor sale here is an Orvis Kit Rod 8' 6 weight. The rod is in excellent condition. The cork is a bit soiled but only adds to the character and is otherwise in great shape. This is an impregnated rod as many of Orvis' rods are. The tip section a straight as well as the butt. The ferrules fit together tightly as they should and "pop" when pulled apart. Ferrules size 13 64. This is a 6 weight rod and is excellent for all around trout fishing, especially

It is VERY hard to find an old Slater reel in such near mint condition

This is set #6 as noted on each reel foot

The inking on the butt remains clear though somewhat faded

Black and creme tipping at the winding check

for a 6 weight line

and his wife Martha

Most of the original leading remains on the reel

ruby red agate stripper

let me know which you prefer

Don't miss out on this exceptional fishing rod

3/2 for a 5wt

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