Sage XP Graphite IIIe Fly Rod - Model 696-4 10'6" Orvis later brought this concept

Orvis later brought this concept mainstream in 1972 with the introduction of the CFO model

The flies range in size from #14-18 with the vast majority #16

Weight 6 oz

with a cloth slipcase

Likely made in the late 1940's or early 1950s

Sage XP Graphite IIIe Fly Rod - Model 696-4 10'6" Orvis later brought this conceptFor sale here is a Sage XP Graphite IIIe Model 696 4. A 9'6" 6wt 4 pc. The rod is in excellent+ condition. Sanded green graphite blank with matching wraps. Gold and green wraps at the winding check, ferrules and signature wrap. Bright guides. All sections of the rod fit together perfectly. There are no cracks or other defects at the ferrules. U shaped hook keeper. Western style grip with only the lightest of soiling. Nickel silver uplocking reel seat