Orvis Battenkill Bamboo Fly Rod 8'6" 2/2 #9

Orvis Battenkill Bamboo Fly Rod 8'6" 2/2 #9An Orvis Battenkill bamboo fly rod, 8'6", 2 piece, 2 tip, and built for a #9 line. Serial #41189. 5. 1 ounces. Good modestly used condition, with some soiling to the grip. Impregnated cane done in a three up node pattern. Brown wraps, dark HSS snake guides and black tip tops. The step ferrules have been oxidized. The ferrules are tight and the rod is straight. The action feels like a medium to medium fast. The grip is 6 1 2" long and shaped to a slim

serial 3416

The rod retailed in 1953 for $150 (over $2

The reel weighs 9

George reels were in continual production in Alnwick until 1983

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2 7/8" diameter and set up for RHW (but easily convertible)

as being "suitable for fine fishing in low water"

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They are housed in a new plastic Plano box though they are deserving of a frame or other display

Mass - USA marked reel and also stamped "Pat Appl'd For"

and paperwork included

Some paint loss