Orvis Battenkill 8' 5-6wt Bamboo Rod Gary Howells Excellent original condition though the

Excellent original condition though the wraps have received a light varnish overcoat

A very rare offering especially in this size

This is one of them

The oxidized cap is stamped "R

though this appears fairly minimal

Orvis Battenkill 8' 5-6wt Bamboo Rod Gary Howells Excellent original condition though theFor sale here is an impregnated Orvis Battenkill 8' 3 2 5 6wt bamboo rod. Serial no. 21525. Made in 1957. The rod remains in excellent condition. The mid section is regrettably short by 1 3 8" and was reset by Wes Jordan. Also, the two tips have slight sets, easily mendable. The rod features beautiful chocolate colored Bakelite impregnated cane with transparent caramel wraps. Blued guides. The script remains clean and bold. The varnish over the script