Orvis Battenkill 9' 8wt Bamboo Rod 7'3" The step ferrules fit good

The step ferrules fit good and are wrapped to the welt

Rod tube has a few dents in it but it has done its job well

and manual

A majority of the leaded finish remains

Orvis Battenkill 9' 8wt Bamboo Rod 7'3" The step ferrules fit goodFor sale here is an impregnated Orvis Battenkill 9' 2 2 8wt bamboo rod. Serial #30021 made in 1961. The rod is in excellent original condition as it was cared for very well. All sections are full length and straight. Darkly tempered cane with transparent caramel wraps. The wrap varnish, as well as the varnish over the script, is in excellent shape. The script remains clean and bold. Bright guides. U shaped hook keeper. Bright aluminum winding check.