Orvis Battenkill Bamboo Rod - 8' 7wt 4 Weight agate stripping guide dates the

agate stripping guide dates the rod to pre-WWII

S-style handle

The rod may have been restored at some point in its life

A line size or two down is often better suited with these older and larger Orvis rods

transparent honey colored wraps with dark cinnamon tipping at the winding check

Orvis Battenkill Bamboo Rod - 8' 7wt 4 Weight agate stripping guide dates theFor sale here is an Orvis Battenkill 8 foot bamboo rod serial #62319 made in 1971. 4 3 8 oz. All sections are full length, straight and have never been repaired. The ferrules are 13 64. Excellent overall condition. Labeled for an 8wt line, but I would recommend a 7. Medium action. Original bag and replacement tube.