Opinions on Orvis T-3 and Battenkill Large arbor reel

Sam Sorem wrote:

I was wondering if anybody out there has any opinions on the Orvis line of
T3 Rods? I've made a couple of fly rods from Lamiglas and G. Loomis blanks
and they've turned out nice. If I put out the bucks for a T3 I'd like to
think I would see a noticeable difference.
I was also wondering what the reports are on the Battenkill Large Arbor
reels. I've got a Battenkill barstock III and really like it, and if I move
"up" to the LA again I'm hoping I would see a noticeable difference.
Thanks in advance for any replies.

I have 3 Battenkill LAs, so I guess you could say I like them. They have
been trouble free, with a smooth, reliable drag when needed. The price
is right too. My only knock is, they do not have a lot of backing
capacity. If you're going after hot fish, you might be off looking
elsewhere.

brians