Orvis Battenkill Bamboo Fly Rod 8'6" 2/2 #8/9 9'9" It's very difficult to buy

It's very difficult to buy one of Mario's fine rods at this price

The rod features dark

having impacted the wood slightly

Comes in an original bag with hang tag and brass cap tube with the Payne sticker (the felt in the cap has been replaced)

Peerless trout reel features include:

Orvis Battenkill Bamboo Fly Rod 8'6" 2/2 #8/9 9'9" It's very difficult to buyAn Orvis Battenkill bamboo fly rod, 8'6", 2 piece, 2 tip, and built for an #8 or #9. Serial #32634. The rod weighs 5. 2 ounces. It has seen some moderate use with some cracks at the ferrule wrap and with one tip needing a re wrap at the ferrule. The guides show small amounts of brassing and wear, the grip has been cleaned leaving a bit of ridging, and the oxidation on the ferrule welt shows some pressing as well. Dark chestnut oven tempered cane, done