I have several Large Arbors (I, II, & III) and several CFO spring /pawl (love that Hardy sound) all made in England. Recently I had a break in and lost my favorite rod, plus a couple of reels. I have replaced the LA's and the only difference I can see right off the bat is that the BLACK is shinier (m/s)
and no made in England on the foot, but they are smooth. I also ordered a CFO II cause of the bronze finish. I think it will look fantastic on my boo and my glass, performance I have no worries...IT'S ORVIS.