Orvis Battenkill Deluxe 6'6 Bamboo Rod 9'6" consistent with the weight noted

consistent with the weight noted on the original hang tag

You would need a replacement screw made

There are slight sets in the tip sections

The Husky was part of Hardy's Lightweight Series of reels

Jimmy Smith

Orvis Battenkill Deluxe 6'6 Bamboo Rod 9'6" consistent with the weight notedFor sale here is a scarce 6'6" Orvis Battenkill Deluxe. Serial #15886 built in 1954 by George Reid and Cal Skinner during the Wes Jordan era. Excellent+ original condition. Weighs 2 1 8 oz. Works well with a 3 or 4 weight line. Diminutive 3 7 8" superfine grip. Cap and ring reel seat over what appears to be a butternut wood spacer. Excellent ferrule fit (size 11 64). Could be a replacement bag but the tube appears original. Truly a fine small stream