Orvis Manchester Bamboo Fly Rod 8'6" 3/2 #6/7 Marc Aroner 7'8 for a 5 weight

7'8 for a 5 weight line in a two section / one tip configuration

Good used condition overall

Blade is tang-engraved Western Boulder

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Orvis Manchester Bamboo Fly Rod 8'6" 3/2 #6/7 Marc Aroner 7'8 for a 5 weightA nice Orvis Manchester model fly rod, 8'6", 3 piece, 2 tips, built for a #7 or a #6 if you like a quicker action. Serial #8400. 5. 3 ounces. Used but very good serviceable condition. Medium action. Dark impregnated cane in a three up node pattern. The wraps are a dark garnet color with a small carbide stripper and black HSS snake guides. Oxidized step ferrules though the fit is a little tight a quick cleaning should take care of that though. The tips