Orvis, C.F. – Battenkill 8'0" 5wt. 4 1/8 oz. dup-review-publication The reel's design allows for

The reel's design allows for left-hand to right-hand conversion

and paper label which tape was placed over to preserve its integrity

For your consideration is an all original FE Thomas Special Brown Tone fly rod

The cap has the HLL logo dating this as a post-fire rod but made before they implemented serial numbers in 1970

The bottom of the reel foot is stamped "Quality Product of Japan

Orvis, C.F. – Battenkill 8'0" 5wt. 4 1/8 oz. dup-review-publication The reel's design allows forDescription Particulars For your consideration is an Orvis Battenkill bamboo fly rod built in 1975 in original condition. This is an 8' 0" two piece for a 5 weight line weighing 4. 125 oz. All sections are full length and straight. This rod consists of medium tempered cane with Orvis chestnut brown wraps. Grip measures 6 1 2" in length and the cork is smooth. Down locking aluminum hardware. In my hand, the action is medium. This rod has been well