Orvis Battenkill Salmon Rod 8'6" 2/2 #8 6 Weight Makers" roller die-stamped on the

Makers" roller die-stamped on the cap

The spine is similarly gilt and green

built for a #5 line

Rear cork check and Bob's excellent handmade cap and ring

Small seam (closed) showing at the keeper wrap

Orvis Battenkill Salmon Rod 8'6" 2/2 #8 6 Weight Makers" roller die-stamped on theAn Orvis Battenkill salmon rod, an 8'6" 2 piece model built for an #8 line. Serial number #82403 and weighs 4. 75 ounces. Impregnated model wrapped in brown with a carbide stripper and chrome guides and tip tops. 6. 5" blunt cigar grip. Downlocking screw lock hardware with a walnut insert. Keeper one flat right. Lettered "Orvis Impregnated, Battenkill, 8 1 2' 4 3 4 oz, GBF(8) Jude Reinhart" (owners name). Great lightly used fishing condition. Original