Orvis Special 7 1/2' 5wt Bamboo Rod 7'2" The rod is in excellent

The rod is in excellent original condition as it was cared for very well

Another very fine and smoothly operating reel from one of the finest bench-made reel makers of all time

There is a small hole in the bottom of the bag that is currently taped

You don't see this model everyday

The all-blue anodized versions are extremely difficult to locate on the resale market

Orvis Special 7 1/2' 5wt Bamboo Rod 7'2" The rod is in excellentFor sale here is a rarely seen Orvis "Special" bamboo fly rod 7 1 2' 2 1 for a 5 weight line. Serial no. 27170. Made in 1960. The rod is in excellent condition showing light wear. The varnish and wraps remain in great condition. Darkly tempered cane with burgundy wraps. The script is slightly worn as is the varnish covering it. U shaped hook keeper. The cigar grip 6" in length with only mild soiling. Aluminum down locking reel seat with wear around on