Orvis Battenkill Bamboo Fly Rod 8'6" 2/2 #9 Salmon and Steelhead Rods 14 feet in length

14 feet in length

Given the line capacity for you spey guys

Other early features are the lack of a swell on the butt (as mentioned) nor a roller die stamp on the butt cap

Serial #9450 made in 1950 by Cal Skinner

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Orvis Battenkill Bamboo Fly Rod 8'6" 2/2 #9 Salmon and Steelhead Rods 14 feet in lengthAn Orvis Battenkill bamboo fly rod, 8'6", 2 piece, 2 tip, and built for a #9 line. Serial #41189. 5. 1 ounces. Good modestly used condition, with some soiling to the grip. Impregnated cane done in a three up node pattern. Brown wraps, dark HSS snake guides and black tip tops. The step ferrules have been oxidized. The ferrules are tight and the rod is straight. The action feels like a medium to medium fast. The grip is 6 1 2" long and shaped to a slim