Orvis CFO III Limited Edition Reel Two Handed Fly Rod Only two dings on the

Only two dings on the rim separate this reel from the mint category

The reel seat is a downlocking pocket cap and ring over varnished wood

Impregnated three-up node pattern construction

Also signed by all three authors with personal notes to fellow collector and author

and other parts are stainless

Orvis CFO III Limited Edition Reel Two Handed Fly Rod Only two dings on theA rare Orvis CFO III Limited Edition fly reel, 3" diameter and currently set up for RHW (though easily switchable). This reel appeared in the 1977 and 1978 catalogs along with Limited Edition Orvis Classic Fly Rod with mahogany presentation chest. This limited edition model was limited to 300 reels, and this one is #275. The reel was actually priced separately in the 1978 catalog but only offered as part of the presentation set in the 1977 catalog.