Orvis Battenkill Deluxe 6'6 Bamboo Rod 5' Stamped D1 and 1 throughout

Stamped D1 and 1 throughout

fiberglass fly rod finished out beautifully by Graywolf

Two dry fly action tips

Adjustable drag knob on the back plate works perfectly throughout its range

Orvis Battenkill Deluxe 6'6 Bamboo Rod 5' Stamped D1 and 1 throughoutFor sale here is a scarce 6'6" Orvis Battenkill Deluxe. Serial #15886 built in 1954 by George Reid and Cal Skinner during the Wes Jordan era. Excellent+ original condition. Weighs 2 1 8 oz. Works well with a 3 or 4 weight line. Diminutive 3 7 8" superfine grip. Cap and ring reel seat over what appears to be a butternut wood spacer. Excellent ferrule fit (size 11 64). Could be a replacement bag but the tube appears original. Truly a fine small stream