Young, Colin - 7' 3wt Bamboo Fly Rod 9'6" Much of the original finish

Much of the original finish remains

A line size or two down is usually best with older Orvis rods

Quarterbound in brown bonded leather over tan cloth

with the wraps done in light tan with brown accents at the keeper and ferrules

Wrapped tan with red edges

Young, Colin - 7' 3wt Bamboo Fly Rod 9'6" Much of the original finishFor sale here is a Colin Young 7' 3wt 2 1 bamboo rod. Mr. Young was was employed by Partridge of Redditch, Farlow's of London, and Caudle and Rivas at various times in his storied career. The rod is in excellent plus condition. The tip is 1 2" short but made that way. Impregnated finish. Tempered cane with deep cinnamon colored wraps. Blued guides and hook keeper. Beautiful swelled butt. Western style grip in excellent condition. Nickel silver sliding