Orvis Battenkill 8' 3/2 5wt Bamboo Rod 6 Weight Includes the original bag with

Includes the original bag with a sleeve for the fighting butt

Up-locking cap and ring reel seat

The handle arm is straight and does not contact the headplate while winding

Model 898A

Ferrules are size 18/64 with a nice and tight fit

Orvis Battenkill 8' 3/2 5wt Bamboo Rod 6 Weight Includes the original bag withFor sale here is a 8' impregnated Orvis Battenkill bamboo rod. 4 1 2 oz. Medium to medium fast action. Size 10 64 and 16 64 ferrules and the ferrule fit is good. Rated HDH for a DT6 line but is best with a 5 in my opinion. Serial #9551 made in 1950 by Cal Skinner. The rod is in near mint condition. No repairs and none needed. Original bag and tube. It appears the mid section could be a later Orvis replacement.