The Orvis Seven/Three is a specialized, highly collectible 7-foot, 2-piece, 2-tip bamboo fly rod built for a 3-weight line, weighing approximately 2 3/8 oz. It features Orvis impregnation treatment (soaking the cane in resin for water resistance and durability), making it a prized tool for delicate dry-fly fishing on calm small streams.
Key Specifications & Design Length & Pieces: 7 feet, 2-piece construction with two matching tips (2/2 configuration).
Line Weight: Designed for a 3-weight (or light 4-weight) fly line.
Weight: Typically weighs around 2 3/8 ounces.
Performance & Use Action: Full-flexing, deliberate, and on the slower side.
Best Application: Small spring creeks, tiny dry flies, calm or flat water, and short precise presentations where wind is absent.
Market Value: Typically trades between $950 and $1,400+ depending heavily on condition, originality of components, and inclusion of the original bag and labeled aluminum tube.