Orvis Rocky Mountain Bamboo Fly Rod 6'6" 3/2 #4/5 8'6' and the action is slow

and the action is slow wet fly

Stevens Point

Made in 1974 when Bob was using resorcinol glue

Includes a detailed commentary by the author

Smooth brass foot with original lacquer is 2 ¾” long and doesn’t have any signs of ever being on a reel seat

Orvis Rocky Mountain Bamboo Fly Rod 6'6" 3/2 #4/5 8'6' and the action is slowA rare early Orvis Rocky Mountain bamboo fly rod, 6'6", 3 piece, 2 tip, and built for a #4 or #5 line. The shaft is inked with "Orvis Impregnated" and "Pat Pending" (the word "impregnated" is partially gone though legible). The serial number "5640" is inked between the ferrule and uppermost guide wraps on the butt, and just next to the male ferrules on the mid and tips. The rod dates to 1948. Excellent lightly used condition with a little ridging to