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

Orvis Battenkill Bamboo Fly Rod 8'6" 2/2 #8/9An Orvis Battenkill bamboo fly rod, 8'6", 2 piece, 2 tip, and built for an #8 or #9. Serial #32634. The rod weighs 5. 2 ounces. It has seen some moderate use with some cracks at the ferrule wrap and with one tip needing a re wrap at the ferrule. The guides show small amounts of brassing and wear, the grip has been cleaned leaving a bit of ridging, and the oxidation on the ferrule welt shows some pressing as well. Dark chestnut oven tempered cane, done

Bolt” stamp on the welt and are fully wrapped up to the welt

Aluminum rings and delrin plates

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