Orvis Midge Bamboo Fly Rod 7'6" 2/2 #5 8'6" which is fairly light

which is fairly light

The rod action is medium but full flexing which I find ideal at this length as it helps to have as much of a small rod working for you

Up-locking nickel silver reel seat with rosewood spacer

there is no ferrule convention for the length of the slide

as is the varnish and the blank itself

Orvis Midge Bamboo Fly Rod 7'6" 2/2 #5 8'6" which is fairly lightA nice Orvis Midge bamboo fly rod, 7'6", 2 piece, 2 tip, and built for a #5 line. Impregnated model. Serial number 69755, built in 1973. The original owner's name is inked on the rod along with the basic rod information. Medium dark cane done in a three up node pattern. Medium action. Excellent very lightly used condition. Apricot wraps throughout with chrome guides and tip tops. Oxidized ferrules. Hook keeper. 6" grip with a medium cigar profile that