I believe all Madison's were single tip rods, if it is like new they sell for around $400.00 and up.That is a good price. From the serial #'s Orvis would tell you when it was bought, and by who.
I believe all Madison's were single tip rods, if it is like new they sell for around $400.00 and up.That is a good price. From the serial #'s Orvis would tell you when it was bought, and by who.
Wes.
FWIW - Orvis will make you an extra tip for a reasonable price if you want one.
I picked up a 6'6" 4wt 2/1 Madison about a year and a half ago, and yes, the Madisons were 1-tippers unless the buyer requested and paid for a second tip. Mine throws a DT3 and a WF4 about equally well, and let me tell ya it's a h3ll of a sweet stick in the SNP. $300 is a steal if the 8wt is a rod you want in your quiver, then go for it. Chances are it is likely overrated, i.e. it's probably more suited to a DT6 or WF7.
Mine is 57233 and was manufactured in LATE December of 1969.
Marty
a new Madison tip is about $375.00Originally Posted by Bamboozle
My first thought when I read the title to this thread is Orvis ought to marry Madison!!
If it is in as good as shape as you say it is......$300 is a good deal.
It's long (9ft) and an 8wt. So that makes it a little less desirable on the present market.
Most people are looking for shorter rods in the 4wt to 6wt range.
But if that rod fits your wants and/or needs, I'd buy it.
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