Orvis Battenkill Bamboo Fly Rod 8' 2/2 #7 6'10" The ring hook keeper is

The ring hook keeper is still attached

A great window into this grand old tackle manufacturer

Good used condition with some normal cosmetic wear

Excellent condition with one tip having taken a set

this rod appears to be original and unfished

Orvis Battenkill Bamboo Fly Rod 8' 2/2 #7 6'10" The ring hook keeper isA nice Orvis Battenkill bamboo fly rod, 8', 2 piece, 2 tips, and built for a #7 line. Good used condition with moderate grip soiling and some cosmetic casting cracks in the ferrule wraps, but nice overall with just a little normal wear that you'd expect from light use. Serial #86092 built in 1983. Listed weight of 4 3 8 ounces. The rod is straight and the ferrule fits are nice and tight. Medium action. Impregnated bamboo done in the three up node