Orvis Wes Jordan 7 1/2' 5wt Bamboo Rod

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For sale here is an impregnated Orvis "Wes Jordan" 7'6 2/2 5wt bamboo rod. Serial no. 84132. Made in 1980. The rod appears to be in unused condition.

The rod features straw colored cane with cinnamon colored wraps. The original info's scripted is on the flats as well as the original owner's. Bright guides. Ring hook keeper. Aluminum winding check. The cigar grip measures 6 3/8" in length. Aluminum down-locking reel seat over a handsome walnut spacer. The butt cap also features the original owner's name on the bottom. The blued step-down ferrules have an excellent fit. The rod weighs in at 4.10 oz. with a labeled weight of 3 7/8 oz. The action is a wonderful medium-fast that finds a great balance between finesse and power. Though marked for a 6wt most Orvis rods do best with a line size down. A very versatile rod ready for just about any trout situation. 

Includes the original bag and leather tube which also remains in like new condition. Don't miss out on this terrific Wes Jordan!

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