Orvis CFO IV Fly Reel - Screwback

Orvis CFO IV Fly Reel - ScrewbackFor sale here is a Orvis CFO IV fly reel the earlier screwback model. Made in England by Hardy Bros. Excellent condition with minor use marks. Left or right hand retrieve. Exposed spool rim for easy palming. Tensioner still works great with a very pleasing clicker sound. The latch performs flawlessly. At a diameter of 3 1 8" the IV is a great all around reel for 6 8 weight lines. Max capacity is WF6+150 20# or WF8+50 20#. The reel weighs 4. 0 oz.

Size 4/0 - 3 7/8" diameter with a width of 1 11/16"

Cigar grip 5 1/4" in length

The box states this is for a left-hand wind reel

This is an updated version of the original T2000 model introduced in 1988

For sale here is a Bob Summers Model 8689 -- 8'6" 3/3 8-9wt bamboo rod

Moderately tempered cane with transparent crimson wraps and rust tipping

owner of the Carlson Rod Company

382 and this patent number appears on the back plate along with the "Light" and "Heavy" drag positions

The rod is in near mint+ condition

The legendary sealed carbon fiber disk drag is self-adjusting and has over 9-square inches of surface area

makers" and is engraved "PLG" on the hood

and a tiny amount of brassing to the oxidation of the butt cap edge are the only signs of use