Orvis Midge 7'6 4-5wt Bamboo Rod 7’5” Florida in 1948 (first year

Florida in 1948 (first year after his move from Brooklyn)

The ferrule plug also appears to be made from the same material as the seat spacer

500 fly reel - made in California

For sale here is a Hodge & Sons Classic fly reel for a 5 or 6 weight line

For sale here is an early Saracione Tarpon & Bonefish fly reel

Orvis Midge 7'6 4-5wt Bamboo Rod 7’5” Florida in 1948 (first yearFor sale here is a 7'6 impregnated Orvis Midge bamboo rod. 3 5 8 oz. Medium to medium fast action. Size 11 64 ferrules and the ferrule fit is good. Rated HEG for a 5 weight line but is best with a 4 in my opinion. Serial #78297 made in 1976. The rod is in excellent original condition. No repairs and none needed. Original tan bag and grey aluminum tube with engraved hexagonal cap and green and silver foil label. ON HOLD