Orvis Battenkill Bamboo Rod - 8' 7wt 7'1" Comes with original hang tag

Comes with original hang tag with serial number dating the reel to 1941

agate stripper guide

more durable drag and virtually eliminates start up inertia

Bright aluminum down-locking reel seat over a Spanish cedar spacer with the rarely seen "acorn" butt cap which is coveted by Payne enthusiasts

Orvis Battenkill Bamboo Rod - 8' 7wt 7'1" Comes with original hang tagFor sale here is an Orvis Battenkill 8 foot bamboo rod serial #77236 made in 1975. All sections are full length, straight and have never been repaired. The rod weighs 4. 4 oz. The ferrules are 13 64. Excellent overall condition. Labeled for an 8wt line, but I would recommend a 7 or even a heavy 6. Medium action.