orvis bamboo rod

Question
i have no. 2807 3 piece orvis bamboo rod ina grey cloth sleeve and aluminum tube. Do you know when it was made and by whom. thanks

Answer
Pat,
I have a database from
http://mysite.verizon.net/vze2h7gi/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderfiles/orvis.htm
I look in the database and could found the number 2807
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number   date   style                                  length   ounces   pieces   notes
2807   9/3/46   Bakelite - 16/64 %26 10/64 ferrules    8 1/2   -   3

Orvis made your rod ,  they are very reputable , been around since the civil war. The database does not give the actual person who made your rod.

I have heard if you call Orvis 888-235-9763, they have a non digital , paper source with more complete serial numbers. I have also heard that if you ask for a value they will put your off but if you ask for age then maker  you will get some help.

If you want more, please :
If you are asking for the id or value  of an old rod please give a complete description , send pictures especially labels or logos to me, [email protected] and a complete description including any of following that you can:
Is it? fly or casting rod ? Reel seat is below or above the cork handle ?
Check metal for id and patents ? What is it made of; bamboo ( flat sided) fiberglass or graphite ( round)? Weight in oz? What is the diameter  (not circumference) of the rod above the handle? Where was it purchased ? What type of metal nickel-silver, tin, or chrome platted brass? A complete description of any logos or labels. Length of rod per section and number of sections. Total rod length.

Luck,
Mac

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