Orvis Battenkill 7'6 5wt 3 7/8 oz. bamboo rod

Orvis Battenkill 7'6 5wt 3 7/8 oz. bamboo rodFor sale here is a 7'6 impregnated Orvis Battenkill bamboo rod. 3 7 8 oz. Two sections with two tips. Rated for a 6 wt but throws a 5 best. Medium action. Serial number 74283 made in 1974. Green bag, grey aluminum tube, engraved hexagonal cap, green and silver foil label in near perfect condition as well. The rod is in mint condition. The ferrules are 12 64 and the ferrule fit is tight and excellent. All sections are full length and straight.

Flamed cane and flawless condition with a bag and a polished brass capped aluminum tube

a travel vise and a hook tray all in one waterproof box that measures just 7

The rod is in excellent+ original condition appearing to have been fished very sparingly

and gold paper label

Medium fast action with a slightly fuller working action than his Dry Fly rods

The spools are 100 meters

4" diameter made for a 10wt line plus 350 yds of 20' micron

Purported to be made between 1875 and 1880

the extra tip has a possible issue above the second guide from the bottom (this may just be a heavy watermark)

Comes with line and original reel pouch

This 36L "Fairy Catskill" is in excellent plus condition

Don't miss this chance to be the proud owner of a very historic rod and one that is coveted by all cane rod enthusiasts