Orvis Battenkill Bamboo Rod - 8' 7wt 12' Down-locking hardware and standard walnut

Down-locking hardware and standard walnut insert

Medium fast action and feels best with a 6 line

I've been told there may be a little as five of these reels ever made in LHW (if you know otherwise

The Princess reels hold up to a DT7+50

The ferrules are size 9/64

Orvis Battenkill Bamboo Rod - 8' 7wt 12' Down-locking hardware and standard walnutFor sale here is an Orvis Battenkill 8 foot bamboo rod serial #62319 made in 1971. 4 3 8 oz. All sections are full length, straight and have never been repaired. The ferrules are 13 64. Excellent overall condition. Labeled for an 8wt line, but I would recommend a 7. Medium action. Original bag and replacement tube.