Orvis Battenkill Bamboo Rod - 8' 3/2 6wt

Orvis Battenkill Bamboo Rod - 8' 3/2 6wtFor sale here is an 8' 3 2 4 1 2 oz. Orvis Battenkill impregnated bamboo rod. Best with a 6wt line in my opinion. Serial #44887 made in 1966. The consignor purchased the rod as a one tip rod from Len Codella in 2001. Orvis then made a 2nd tip for the rod. The rod is in excellent plus condition. All sections are full length and straight. Original bag and labeled tube. Ferrules are size 16 64 and 10 64 with an excellent fit. Aluminum down locking reel

The rod has a powerful

There's a bit of rash on the rims but nothing troublesome

Serial number 0508 out of 1000 reels made

The rod appears to be have the same characteristics and weight of the "Leetle Feller" 7 foot rod which originated in the San Francisco era

Varnished shafts boast tan guide wraps and the female ferrule is wrapped to the welt in typical Winston fashion

Very good condition overall

While the oxidation to the ferrules is very good that of the cap and ring is worn in places

For sale here is a Maxwell-era H

The ferrules are 13/64 and the ferrule fit is tight

Light brown tone cane

Includes the original bag and box

The G series of rods has quite the fanbase and is known for its wonderful action