Orvis 1874 Early Trout Fly Reel 3-piece The T&T Limited Edition rod

The T&T Limited Edition rod for this year features the natural color and beauty of bamboo combined with dramatic laminating craftsmanship

but can be changed to right for a $65 fee

Original and unmolested ribbed brass foot

The usual Payne die stamp is rather faint

The rod is in unused original condition

Orvis 1874 Early Trout Fly Reel 3-piece The T&T Limited Edition rodFor sale here is a very rare C. F. Orvis 1874 Trout Reel. A fourth version reel with removable oil cap, removable handle and raised rim on the front plate. The markings read "C. F. Orvis, Maker Patented Manchester, VT". The foot placement, which rests at the base of the two bottom pillars is marked with a number "24" between the foot pillars. With 2 7 8" diameter side plates and strong and even working click, this is a great chance to own an American