Vermont angler, sportsman, and pioneer rod maker (1831–1915) who developed the fly reel in 1874. ALS signed “C. F. Orvis,” one page, 6 x 9.5, personal letterhead, March 3, 1910. Letter to Howard C. Hollister, in full: “I am much pleased at your appointment and I congratulate you and I wish you every success—for I feel sure you will be a ‘most Righteous judge.’ Wishing you every happiness.” Orvis adds a short postscript, “Don’t neglect your fishing—.” In very good to fine condition, with light stains from old mounting remnants on the reverse. The first instance in which we’ve offered Orvis. Pre-certified PSA/DNA.
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