Simroe, Ted -- 8' 4wt Bamboo Rod (new!) 2 Weight The spigot ferrule fit is

The spigot ferrule fit is nice and tight as it should be

Orvis rods from this era are rarely seen in this condition

The actual weight on our digital scale is 4 1/2 oz

For sale here is a Von Lengerke & Antoine catalog from 1931

For sale here is a Hardy Bougle Lightweight III fly reel in very good used condition

Simroe, Ted -- 8' 4wt Bamboo Rod (new!) 2 Weight The spigot ferrule fit isFor sale here is a brand new rod built by Ted Simroe, legendary rod builder with the H. L. Leonard Rod Company in the 1960's and 1970's. Model number 2804 which is a 8 foot rod for a 4 weight line. Medium action and buttery smooth. This rod would excel as an all around rod for the average stream. The 8' length makes mending and better drifts easier. Serial #860. Two sections with two tips. The rod weighs 3 1 2 oz. Swiss style ferrules, size 11 64. The