maker and date for an Orvis Bamboo Rod

Question
I am thinking about buying an Orvis Battenkill bamboo fly rod.  7/1/2 ft serial number is 53572.  single tip. used but good condition.  My main question is when was it made and by who?   Thank you.  (I tried to get the orvis database to work but having problems with it)

Answer
James
You rod is not in the database. Most of the rods I see are like that.
Orvis has been in business since before the Civil War. They are still in business and you can read about their bamboo rods at:
http://www.orvis.com/intro.aspx?dir_id=758%26subject=447

I recommend calling them and ask them for dates and makers only. If you ask for a value estimate they will put you off to someone who charges money and they won't give you maker and date.They do have a paper database that I have sent people to , with great success, 888-235-9763

If you gave me more details I can get you an estimate.

Luck,
Mac