Orvis Battenkill 7'6 5wt 3 7/8 oz. bamboo rod 8 There is a small area

There is a small area on the butt cap where the bluing has worn thin

Characteristic chestnut brown wraps

not slow or soupy in any way

For sale here is a Payne Model 202 bamboo rod in excellent+ original condition

Wonderful casting rod

Orvis Battenkill 7'6 5wt 3 7/8 oz. bamboo rod 8 There is a small areaFor sale here is a 7'6 impregnated Orvis Battenkill bamboo rod. 3 7 8 oz. Two sections with two tips. Rated for a 6 wt but throws a 5 best. Medium action. Serial number 74283 made in 1974. Green bag, grey aluminum tube, engraved hexagonal cap, green and silver foil label in near perfect condition as well. The rod is in mint condition. The ferrules are 12 64 and the ferrule fit is tight and excellent. All sections are full length and straight.