Orvis Ultralight 5'9 3-4wt 1 7/8 oz. bamboo rod

Orvis Ultralight 5'9 3-4wt 1 7/8 oz. bamboo rodFor sale here is a scarce Orvis Ultralight bamboo rod for a three or four weight line. Weighs 1 7 8 oz. Two sections with one tip. Serial number 72790 made in 1974. Green bag, grey aluminum tube, engraved hexagonal cap, green and silver foil label in near perfect condition as well. The rod is in near mint condition. Staggered ferrule design. The ferrules are 10 64 and the ferrule fit is tight and excellent. Both sections are full length and straight.

The step-down ferrules have retained an excellent fit and include an original ferrule plug

Michael will hand-paint

Rare line/leader gauge made by the Paul H

culminating in the 1950 and 1960's with lots of victories vs Hardys in the Int'l Tournament

I believe it is very likely that the original owner of this Midge was the same Lloyd Lawson of E & L Transport Co

you can see these issues in the photos

It also comes with a spare spool in mint condition

The rod has all of the hallmarks of a Maxwell Leonard

Everyone should own this book

The signature Edwards white script

The classic cigar grip measures 5 5/8" in length with moderate soiling

I'm certain this reel has many years of catching big salmon or steelhead left in it