Orvis CFO 123 Fly Reel 8'1" Includes original Ballan embossed leatherette

Includes original Ballan embossed leatherette pouch

For sale here is a Garrison Model 212 taper bamboo rod made by Art Weiler of Pennsylvania - an 8' 2/2 for a 5wt line

Due to the minimal aesthetic approach that Hoffhines used on the rod

The ferrule fit is excellent (size 13/64)

Sparse suggested they go to see Meritt Hawes where they placed a $100 check in front of Hawes as an inducement to make ferrules

Orvis CFO 123 Fly Reel 8'1" Includes original Ballan embossed leatheretteFor sale here is an Orvis CFO 123 fly reel. Made in England. The reel is in near mint condition with only the slightest of edge wear preventing it from being considered mint (see last photo). The reel features a handsome gunmetal finish. The reel features a quick change spool and a is easily convertible from RHW to LHW. Currently set up for LHW. The reel is rated for line weights 3 5. 2 7 8" in diameter with a spool width of 9 16". Weight is 3. 40 oz.