Orvis Battenkill Bamboo Fly Rod 7'6" 2/2 #6 6' Ferrules are 15/64 and 10/64

Ferrules are 15/64 and 10/64

Serial #053

The diminutive grip measures 4 1/2" (3/8" cork rings)

The butt cap is stamped "Payne" "Reg Us Pat Off" and on the reverse "Sold by

The vise is quite handsome in a reserved way and classically styled with brass appointments

Orvis Battenkill Bamboo Fly Rod 7'6" 2/2 #6 6' Ferrules are 15/64 and 10/64A nice Orvis Battenkill fly rod, 7'6", 2 piece, 2 tip, and built for a #6 line. Serial #62639. The rod weighs 3. 9 ounces on my scale. Mint uncast condition. The rod is medium action and feels a but faster than the usual Orvis. Impregnated and oven tempered cane done in a three up node pattern. Brown main wraps with a carbide stripper and chrome guides. Resorcinol glue. The step ferrules are oxidized black. The grip is 6" long and shaped to a blunt