Orvis Battenkill 8'6 3/2 6wt Bamboo Rod 9'9" The Compleat Angler Presentation Rod

The Compleat Angler Presentation Rod & Reel Set in unused condition

There are a few things to note about this rod: first

Reversible single screw nickel silver line guide

the Charlton 8550C is known by anglers and collectors around the world for its machining quality

"Truncated" swiss ferrules

Orvis Battenkill 8'6 3/2 6wt Bamboo Rod 9'9" The Compleat Angler Presentation RodFor sale here is an impregnated Orvis Battenkill 8'6" 3 2 6wt bamboo rod. Serial no. 43310. Made in April of 1966. The rod is in near mint condition and appears to have only been lawn cast, if that. All wraps are sound, the rod is full length. Chestnut brown wraps over medium dark tempered cane. Cigar style grip 6 1 4" in length with only very light handling marks. There are a few small dents in the cork likely from the guides during storage. Aluminum