Orvis Manchester Bamboo Rod - early 8'6 3/2 5-6wt 8 Weight The original owner's name appears

The original owner's name appears on the rod

Also comes with an Adams zippered double reel/spool case

Both sections are full length but have sets respectively

Serial #35223 made in 1963

The action is a sweet medium-fast dry-fly

Orvis Manchester Bamboo Rod - early 8'6 3/2 5-6wt 8 Weight The original owner's name appearsFor sale here is an early 8'6" 3 2 4 3 4 oz. Orvis Manchester impregnated bamboo rod. Made for a 5 or 6 weight line. Serial #14128 made in 1953. The rod is in excellent plus condition. All sections are full length and straight. Original bag and labeled tube. Ferrules are size 10 64 and 16 64 and the fit is excellent. Aluminum down locking reel seat. Medium action.