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NEW REELS.  We regularly stock selected sizes, colors and models of new reels from some of the world’s finest reel makers. These include Hardy, Hermann, Tibor, Pate,  Peerless,  Abel, Godfrey and a few others. We try to keep some stock of the most popular of the models from this list of builders.

We often list some of our inventory of NEW REELS individually in this reel list along with the classic and used reels we offer. They are ALWAYS marked as in NEW condition. Reels so marked carry full factory warrantees and come with all factory packaging. ONLY NEW REELS CARRY A 3-DAY RETURN PRIVILEGE! (A COMPLETE LISTING OF SPECIFICATIONS AND PHOTOS FOR ALL OF THE NEW REELS WE OFFER, CAN BE SEEN BY CLICKING HERE:  (New Reels).  Please do not confuse these NEW reels with Mint Condition (M) previously owned, (but brand new condition) USED REELS that are sold ONLY as in Mint Condition, and carry no implied or actual warrantee of any sort, except our guarantee to be in the condition described.

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Also please bear in mind that we ALWAYS love to take quality and collectible fly reels in trade for all new or contemporary reels. Don’t be bashful about letting us know what you might have to trade.

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P-Poor. Structurally sound. Needs major refinish.

F-Fair. Needs only minor work to fish.

G-Good. Shows use and routine care. Needs no work to fish.

VG-Very Good. Average condition. Shows light to normal use and is ready to take fishing.

E-Excellent. Above average condition with light use only.

N/M-Near Mint. Close to new. Barely used.

M-Mint. AS NEW. Never Used.

M/R-Mint Restored. Professionally refinished to new condition.

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          55765. ABEL. 2.75". TR-1 FLY REEL. GUIDE FINISH. (Matte Black Finish). One of the loveliest single action reels in current production. Fully Ventilated spool AND Reel Housing. Fixed click check drag makes sound coming and going. Reversible. Takes a #2, #3 or #4 line and backing. Rosewood handle. Unused in the original factory case. M. $215.00.

 

                  55500. ABEL.   2.75".   TR-1 FLY REEL.   High Gloss Black Finish. One of the loveliest single action reels in current production. Fully Ventilated spool AND Reel Housing. Fixed click check drag makes sound coming and going. Reversible. Takes a #2, #3 or #4 line and backing. Rosewood handle. Brand New in the box with full warrantee.            BRAND NEW. $260.00

 

           55501.   ABEL.   3".   TR-2 FLY REEL.   The machined Abel Light Weight Trout Reel! Beautiful Black Coral finish. One of the loveliest fixed click, single action reels in current production. Ventilated frame and counter-balanced & Ventilated spool. Fixed click check drag makes sound coming and going. Reversible. Takes a #4, #5 or #6 line and backing. Rosewood handle. Brand New in the box with full warrantee.          BRAND NEW.    $270.00

 

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55658. ABEL BIG GAME. 2.95". MODEL 2 PORTED. Exquisite Fully PORTED Model Reel for 7/8/9 lines. Right/Left Hand Convertible. Adjustable drag. Rim control. Black Coral Finish. Black frame, black vented & counter-balanced spool. Complete with the original case. Appears unused. N/M. 425.00   SOLD

 

55779AAble Suoer6.jpg (47012 bytes)          55779.   ABEL.  3.375".    Super 6.  Large Arbor Fly Reel.   User Convertible for55779bAble Suoer6.jpg (48882 bytes) Right or Left Hand wind.  6.9 oz.  This reel is one of the workhorse reels of the Super Series.  It is for school stripers, Bass, large trout, bonefish or half-pounders and windy conditions when you need the punch of a 6 or 7 weight line.  Takes a 6/7 and 100/75yds 20# backing.  Black Coral Finish.  Fully ported Black frame and fully vented Rapid Retrieve spool.  Interchanges with the #3N Spool and Frame.   In a neoprene case and virtually new  M.   $525.00.

 

55704.jpg (38824 bytes)               55704. ABEL. 3.87". MODEL 4 FLY REEL. LEFT HAND Wind Only Perfect for Large Salmon, Tarpon, Billfish. Takes a #10 & 375 yds to #12& 300 yds. Black Coral Finish. Black frame and vented spool. Barely used in original case. Near new condition, used price. N/M. 475.00

 

55705.jpg (35448 bytes)                55705. ABEL. 3.87". MODEL 4 FLY REEL. LEFT HAND Wind Only Perfect for Large Salmon, Tarpon, Billfish. Takes a #10 & 375 yds to #12& 300 yds. Black Coral Finish. Black frame and vented spool. Unused in original case. As new condition, used price. M. 495.00

 

55707.jpg (27516 bytes)          55707. ABEL. 3.920". BIG GAME #4.5. LEFT HAND wind. only. The definitive big, angry fish reel from New Foundland to Cabo San Lucas to Midway. Engineered to take the stress and strain of all the large species in the sea. Takes up to a 12/13 line and 450/400yds 30# backing. or a DT10 and 300 yards, making it an ideal reel for a TWO-HANDED rod . Black Coral Finish. Fully vented standard spool. Interchanges with Super 12 Frame and Spool. Some boat rash as shown in the photo but 100% mechanically. In the original case. VG. 475.00

 

55782a.jpg (26933 bytes)        55782. ABEL. 3.375". SUPER 10 FLY REEL. S/N S356. User Convertible. 8.7 oz. The definitive55782b.jpg (26975 bytes) salt water, large salmon and steelhead reel. Perfect for salmon, big bass, steelhead, permit, baby tarpon, shark, big stripers, blues, you name it; where-ever a fast retrieve is desired. Takes a #10/200yds to an #11/175yds 30# backing, more with 40# Gel-spun. Black Coral finish. Fully ported frame and fully vented, Rapid Retrieve spool. Interchanges with the #4 Spool and Frame. Virtually unused in the original reel case. As new condition, used price. M. $595.00.

 

55634Abu.jpg (53842 bytes)          55634. ABU AMBASSADEUR. 5000C DELUXE. FREE SPOOL CASTING REEL. Star drag. Level wind. Very scarce 5000C Deluxe Presentation Model. Black finish, 22K Gold Plated Trim. Complete with spare spool, centrifugal weights, tool, oil and spare parts in the Fitted Walnut wood box with extra spool holder and extra parts. Shows some minor fishing wear but in very nice overall condition. E. 495.00.

 

55628Allcock.jpg (36942 bytes)          55628. ALLCOCK - S. & CO. 3-1/2". TROUT & SALMON MODEL. ENGLISH FLY REEL. Appears to be the very collectible Salmon version of the Trout & Salmon Model made from 1930 to 1961. Side plates are unstamped The black enamel finish is at about 75% with edge silvering from use. Adds lots of character to this vintage reel. Checked white Ivorine handle with Nickel Silver spool retaining screw. 100% mechanically. The fixed click drag now favors left hand wind, but could be reversed. Bronze foot and internals. 0.900" wide width spool will take a WF8 and 150 yards. In nice collector condition and still a wonderful fishing reel. Comes in a cloth bag. VG. 150.00.  

 

55740aBIVANS.jpg (38270 bytes)         55740. ARNOLD - BIVANS MFG CO. 3-1/2". ARNOLD TROUT ANTI-REVERSE FLY55740bBIVANS.jpg (30784 bytes) REEL. TROUT MODEL. Very unusual reel design manufactured with patent pending in Los Angeles for a short while in the 50's. Reel uses a sophisticated cork disk drag system with pressure brought to bear by turning the handle a quarter turn back against a running fish. This is the Trout model with the unique side click drag pressure adjustment and the narrower spool width. Conical side plates of green anodized aluminum. Reversible, works either way by moving the ball check under the reel handle. Very unique engineering design in the evolution of the anti-reverse reel. Ultra scarce. The reel is in good cosmetic condition and shows normal scrapes and fishing wear. Very unique and scarce reel . G. 125.00.

 

ballanA.jpg (24955 bytes)ballanB.jpg (42393 bytes)         55523.   BALLAN.  3.50".  Salmon, Steelhead & Salt Water Fly Reel.  Bill Ballan's direct drive Salmon, Steelhead & Light Salt Water, Bonefish reel. All Black Abel style big fish reel. Vented handle side plate and counterbalanced handle. Open side plates, drilled reel foot, weighs only 7 ounces. Very nicely crafted and a very attractive reel. Draw Bar adjustable Cork Drag PLUS Rim Control. Right or Left reversible. 1.25" wide spool takes up to an 8 line and 200 yards backing. Shows no use and comes in the original labeled soft reel case. Simple, no design problems, effective and practical Salmon & light SW reel.  M.  $450.00

 

             55805. BALLAN. 3-1/8”. SIGNATURE SERIES FLY REEL. Bill Ballan's tribute to the singular most attractive reel ever built by Julius vom Hofe. Made for one year only in 1937 and sold exclusively by A&F, the original of this reel trades for over $7,000 today. Original features include diamond shaped, counterbalanced handle and perforated side rims and handle plate. Black side plates and perforated reel foot, Silver spool, Gold frame. Beautifully crafted and an immensely attractive reel. Fixed click check drag. Favors right hand wind now but easily reversible. 0.750" wide spool takes a 5 or 6 line and 50 yards backing. Shows no use. Comes in a protective Neoprene reel case. Unused. M. $495.00

 

55744aBallan.jpg (25276 bytes)     55744. BALLAN. 2-15/16". HEIRLOOM TROUT REEL. NARROW SPOOL. Bill Ballan's55744bBallan.jpg (22584 bytes) Baby Trout. Silver/ Black Bogdan style trout reel. Vented handle side plate and S-shaped, counterbalanced handle. Black side plates, Silver spool, reel foot and frame. Drilled foot to reduce weight. Very nicely crafted and a very attractive reel. Fixed click check. Reversible wind. Contracted 11/16" wide spool takes a 2 or 3 line and backing. Perfect Midge reel. Appears unused. In soft Suede zippered reel case.             M. 275.00.

 

55786a.jpg (28017 bytes)            55786. BAUER FLY REEL MACKENZIE SL. 3.0". M2 SUPERLITE MODEL. Top55786b.jpg (21854 bytes) quality precision manufacturing produces an extremely well made, machined aluminum fly reel finished in a gloss Black frame color with a Gray color anodizing on the spool. Fully vented, counter-balanced, Large Arbor spool reel with Rim-Control drag and Adjustable, internal Cork disk drag. Reversible. Silent in with click out. Lovely lightweight reel with superb features, handsome looks and workmanship and great line and backing capacity for up to a WF6 line and 100 yards of backing. As new in the original neoprene bag in the original box with factory instructions. COMPARE AT $315. M. $265.00.

 

55566BeanGuide.jpg (25056 bytes)55566. BEAN - L. L. 2-3/4". GUIDE MODEL FLY REEL. Made in England, by Hardy under the L. L. Bean label. This reel is nearly identical to the Marquis 4 Fly Reel, This aluminum reel has a one-piece frame, fully ventilated spool with a smooth rim control drag feature. Fitted with an adjustable pawl drag, the reel is reversible and can be used either handed. Finish color is Silver. Has capacity for WF4 line and 50 yds. of backing. Virtually unused in the original reel case. N/M. $200.00. 

 

              55794. BERKLEY. 3-1/2". MODEL 556 FLY REEL. Fully ventilated, Aluminum frame, graphite spool reel. Single action with adjustable click check drag. Reversible wind. Pop out spool. Rim control drag. Comes with AN EXTRA SPOOL in suede leather drawstring pouch. E. $30.00.   SOLD

 

55711aPate.jpg (37065 bytes)     55711. BILLY PATE.  ANTI-REVERSE. 3-3/4". TARPON REEL. All Black finish Anti-Reverse Tarpon55711bPate.jpg (35907 bytes) reel. Right Hand Wind only. Early Model filled with backing. Lightly used with very minor edge marks. Almost   near/mint condition and working perfectly. In Red Neoprene reel pouch. E. 350.00.    SOLD

 

55822. BILLY PATE -ANTI REVERSE. 3-3/4". TARPON FLY REEL. Classic Gold/Black Finish. Gold Frame & Black Spool. Right Hand Wind only. A/R Model. Solid Spool model with Adjustable internal disk drag. Weighs 12 oz. Comes in Factory case. Accepts a WF10 and 350 yards up to a WF12 and 300 yards of 30# backing. Holding over 25 world records Pate reels are as fine a reel for Permit and big Tarpon as you can own. Barely used. N/M. $350.00  SOLD

 

            55831. BILLY PATE. 4-1/2". A/R MARLIN REEL. Pate's largest capacity reel, now discontinued. Right Hand Wind Only Anti-Reverse Reel. Adjustable. drag plus Rim Control. With capacity for up to a WF13 and 500 yds of 30# backing. There are far more expensive Marlin and Big Game fly reels currently available on the market, but there are NONE any better than this one. Hard coat Black Anodized. In original box with neoprene case and directions. Barely used. N/M. $495.00

 

55787a.jpg (28563 bytes)55787b.jpg (20122 bytes)          55787. BRONSON. 3-3/8". ROYAL 360. Black Finish Aluminum Fly Reel. Fully vented. On-off click check. Reversible Wind. Simple little click check reel. Ivoroid handle. Basically a copy of Pflueger Gem design. For a 5/6/7 line from the 1950's. Excellent match to a period Production Built bamboo fly rod. E. $40.00.

              55835. BRUSKY - STEPHAN. 3.0". TROUT FLY REEL. Bench Made and hand fitted in the vom Hofe tradition. Jewel-like in finish. Black anodized side plates and polished aluminum rings with a sculptured, counterbalanced stainless S-Handle with black Buffalo Horn knob. Aluminum spool with aluminum hub to reduce weight. Stainless foot. Weighs 6 oz and takes a WF4 or WF5 line and 50/40 yards backing. Comes provided in the optional Arne Mason MESA reel case, Sheepskin lined, hard leather with brass closure. All in all, a package as good as it gets. BRAND NEW. $900.00

 

         55479.    CARPENTER & CASEY.    2.72".    First Model Fly Reel   Standard 3/4" Wide spool Trout Model for 3/4/5 line. Low serial number #107. One of the first 125 reels made by Walt Carpenter and Frank Casey. Fixed click drag. Now Right hand wind, but reversible. Black and silver aluminum vom Hofe style reel. Counter balanced S-handle with lovely German Silver accents. Almost new in the original soft leather reel case. Very Strong collector.   N/M.  $795.00

 

55829. S. E . COOKE. 3-5/32". LONCAST SWIVEL SPIN CASTING REEL. Made in England and very scarce here. Marked "Pat. Applied For". Spring loaded and indexed foot pivots for the casts and pivots back for the retrieve and fight. Very simple and effective spinning reel, developed originally in England. Every thing works perfectly on this specimen including the adjustable spool drag, which functions utilizing two separate cork disks. Ingeniously simple and totally practical. very neat little reel. Very unusual, very scarce, very collectible. E. $125.00

 

          55838. CORTLAND. 3-3/16". CG II Graphite Fly Reel. Reversible. Adjustable drag. Line guide. Excellent capacity with very light weight as the Frame is made from molded graphite and Spools are of aluminum. Comes in the original box with paperwork in the original vinyl case, and WITH AN EXTRA SPOOL that fits in the same reel case. Perfect for a 5 or 6 line and backing. E. $30.00

 

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   55741.    COXE - J. A.   CORONET 25.    FREE SPOOL BAIT CAST REEL.  Aluminum/Hard rubber construction. Made by Bronson. Free Spool. Anti backlash adjustment. Level wind. Spare level wind pawl inside reel. Considered by many fishermen to be one of the finest casting reels you can buy. Aluminum spool for low inertia and better performance. Free running action. Comes with the original fitted, "J. A. Coxe" stamped, leather case. Shows moderate use and remains in excellent condition. Working perfectly.. Fits Payne, Leonard, Edwards, Thomas, Young, T&T and other high quality bait casting rods. Highest quality 1940's reel. E. 135.00.

 

        55837. DAIWA - FEATHERWEIGHT. 2-7/8". MODEL 730 FLY REEL. An close Japanese mechanical copy of the Hardy Featherweight reel. Very similar in appearance and configuration. Reversible. Adjustable drag. Made in the 1985. Comes in the original box with paperwork. Unused. Very Collectible reel. M. $50.00

 

55267.  EXTRA SPOOL ONLY - HARDY.  3-3/4" OCEAN PRINCE MODEL.  Fly Reel Spool Only.  In the original packaging. Never used.  M.  80.00

 

55734FeathSppol.jpg (28848 bytes)                                   55734. EXTRA SPOOL ONLY - HARDY FEATHERWEIGHT. Fly Reel Spool Only. Brand New in the Box. In a soft cloth drawstring bag.  BRAND NEW. 119.00.

 

55830. EXTRA SPOOL ONLY - PFLUEGER MEDALIST. 1494 MODEL. Made in USA Spare Spool to fit a Pflueger 1494 Medalist Fly Reel. N/M. $25.00
55826. EXTRA SPOOL ONLY. ORVIS. 3-3/8". BATTENKILL MULTIPLIER SPOOL. Mark IV Multiplier Fly Reel. Made in England. Rim control drag. E. $40.00

 

55827. SPOOL ONLY - MARRYAT. 3-3/8". MR-8.5A EXTRA SPOOL. Black finish. Vented and counterbalanced spool. Barely used with only a minor finish scratch or two. Fantastic fishing condition, bargain basement cost. Comes with a zippered suede reel case. N/M. $40.00

 

55624Farlow.jpg (41917 bytes)       55624. FARLOW - CHARLES & CO. 3-1/8". SAPPHIRE TROUT FLY REEL. The House of Farlow turned out some very prestigious reels which competed very successfully with those of Hardy. One of their very best was the SAPPHIRE model patterned after the invincible Hardy L.R.H. Lightweight reel. This finely made reel was offered in the 1950's. Made with fine trim lines on its edges, an Ebonite handle knob, gunmetal color finish, adjustable drag, can be used left or right hand wind as it a reversible stainless, 2-screw line guide. This very rare size accepts a 4, 5 or 6 line. Stamped with the "Farlow's London" Trademark. Shows normal wear from use but retains 95% of its original finish. One of the nicest, and most usable, and collectible Farlow trout reels you'll ever find & in really nice condition. In a soft suede case. E. 185.00.

 

               55486. FIN-NOR - BIG GAME REEL. FIN-NOR - MIAMI.   4/0 REEL.   An early, (s/n 340), Miami made, Tycoon/Fin-Nor Model 4A Trolling Reel. Reel is engraved with four patent numbers. The 4/0 is a smaller sized reel for perfect for light trolling and light stand up big game use on fish to 100 pounds. Finger tip drag, right side drag lever and free spool control with adjustable drag tension allowing fisherman to fine-tune and pre-set drag as required. Perfect in-shore outfit for shark, drum, cobia, wahoo and any other light line trolling or bait fishing use. Shows light use and minor boat marks, but everything is whole, complete, with no corrosion and working properly. They really don't make tackle like this anymore! This reel comes with provenance attesting to ownership by the DuPont family of Camden, SC and its use on the boat "DuPont". Comes in the original box with factory paperwork and instructions.      E.     $650.00

 

              55790. FIN-NOR. 3". WEDDING CAKE #1 SIZE DIRECT DRIVE FLY REEL. The rarest and most collectible Fin-Nor reel. First Model #1 Size Direct Drive reel. RIGHT HAND wind only. Takes 150 yds. 20# backing and WF7 line. This reel is 100% mechanically, and is in nearly perfect condition, showing only minor use and carrying only the tiniest bit of edge wear and an otherwise perfect finish. Un-engraved Name Plate. Serial # 222. Ultra scarce in this smallest size, with less than 600 of these reels ever built. N/M. 1600.00

 

             55791. FIN-NOR. 3-1/2". WEDDING CAKE #2 SIZE DIRECT DRIVE FLY REEL. Fin-Nor's 1st generation fly reel. Serial Number 232. RARE and avidly sought after. RIGHT HAND Wind only. These early Gar Wood "Wedding Cake" reels have proven themselves time after time in the salt on the hardest of fish. Takes up tor 200 yds. backing and a WF10 line. This is THE direct drive reel for hot salt water fish. Perfect Bonefish, Permit, Redfish, or Baby Tarpon reel. These earliest Fin-Nors are all handmade, very scarce and have become very collectible, and are APPRECIATING IN VALUE STEADILY. Reel shows virtually no use with a couple of super-light scratches on the handle plate or otherwise would be in 100% Mint condition. Un-engraved Name Plate. It is 100% mechanically and in outstanding fishing/collecting condition. With less than 1200 of these middle size reels ever made, Wedding Cake Fin-Nors are getting harder and harder to find as fishermen and collectors discover this reels virtues. Collectible and usable, the best of both worlds. N/M. $1800.00

 

55582LRH.jpg (33567 bytes)55582. HARDY. 3-3/16". LRH LIGHTWEIGHT FLY REEL. The Most Popular Reel in Trout fishing History. Perfect for a 5 or 6 line and backing.    Single Screw Nickel Silver line guide. Reversible wind. Adjustable drag. Comes in the Hardy soft case. Takes DT5 + 40yds; WF5 + 75yds; WF6 + 50yds. Weighs 3.85 oz.  MADE IN ENGLAND.     E.    $245.00. 

 

55785a.jpg (36604 bytes)55785b.jpg (17767 bytes)               55785. HARDY. 3-3/16". LRH  LIGHTWEIGHT FLY REEL. Single screw nickel silver line guide. Reversible wind, now set-up left- handed. Adjustable drag. Reel shows very light use and is in the original Blue/Beige color soft Hardy Reel Case. Takes up to a #5/6 line and backing. MADE IN ENGLAND.    E. $245.00.

 

          55832. HARDY. 3-1/2". PRINCESS LIGHTWEIGHT FLY REEL. Two screw nickel silver Line Guide. Reversible wind. Adjustable drag. Reel shows light use with some very minor finish wear, but it is in mechanically excellent condition throughout. Made in England. Takes up to a #6/7 line and 100 to 50 yards backing. Comes in the original Hardy Blue Vinyl case. E. $275.00

 

55806. HARDY. 3-5/8". PERFECT FLY REEL. Virtually new condition, second model, Right Hand Wind only. White agate line guide. Aluminum foot. Duplicated spares. Ball bearing function. Ebonite knob. Perfect mechanically. Comes with original Hardy soft case and with TWO SPARE SPOOLS. N/M. $450.00   SOLD

 

55807. HARDY - SCI ANGLER. 3-5/8". SYSTEM 8 FLY REEL. The original Sci Angler Fly Reel clone of the original Hardy Marquis. Takes a WF8 and 150 yds. Reversible wind. Vented Spool. Rim Control Drag. Externally adjustable drag. N/S internals. Full featured reel, Hardy quality, and a great price. In original soft vinyl case. Comes WITH AN EXTRA SPOOL. E. $195.00

 

59090.  HARDY.   2-1/2".   Flyweight Fly Reel.   Hardy's tiniest lightweight reel. Factory NEW with the HARDY LIFETIME WARRANTEE TO THE ORIGINAL OWNER and with the Hardy soft case, in the box, with the paperwork. Reversible Wind. Fixed click drag. N/S line guide. Takes a DT2+30yd: WF3+40yd: WF4+25yd: DT4+0yd. Weighs 2-5/8 oz. Original User Lifetime Warrantee.    BRAND NEW.   $275.00

Extra spools Available at $99.00

 

              59091.   HARDY.   2-7/8".   Featherweight Fly Reel. Adjustable Drag. Reversible. Single screw N/S line guide. Weighs only 3.5 ounces. Just perfect for a DT3 or DT4 fly line. Factory NEW with the HARDY LIFETIME WARRANTEE TO THE ORIGINAL OWNER and with the Hardy soft case, in the box, with the paperwork.  Takes a DT3+40, DT4+30, WF4+60. Original User Lifetime Warrantee.    BRAND NEW. $299.00

Extra spools Available at $119.00

 

           59092.   HARDY.    3-3/16".   LRH Lightweight Fly Reel. The Most Popular Reel in Trout fishing History. Perfect for a 5 or 6 line and backing. Single Screw Nickel Silver line guide. Reversible wind. Adjustable drag. Factory NEW with the HARDY LIFETIME WARRANTEE TO THE ORIGINAL OWNER and with the Hardy soft case, in the box, with the paperwork.  Takes DT5 + 40yds; WF5 + 75yds; WF6 + 50yds. Weighs 3.85 oz.   Original User Lifetime Warrantee.    BRAND NEW. $299.00

Extra spools Available at $119.00

 

         59093.   HARDY.   3.0".   BOUGLE  Mark VI.   Raised Pillar Perfect Fly Reel. The Mark VI Bougle Perfect Raised Pillar Fly Reel is machined from 6262 bar stock aluminum and protective anodized in a clear natural Aluminum finish with Nickel Silver components and an cream color Ivorine handle knob. It is drop dead gorgeous and is as smooth (it runs on 12 ball bearings), and as sweet sounding (with a silky smooth, ADJUSTABLE, pawl drag) as it looks. Right or left hand reversible. Weighs a mere 3.6a ounces and takes a DT2 and 70 yards of backing. Factory NEW, in the box, in the original Hardy soft case, with paperwork. BRAND NEW. $349.00  Extra spools Available at $119.00

 

        59094.   HARDY.   3.25".   BOUGLE  Mark VI.   Raised Pillar Perfect Fly Reel.  The Mark VI Bougle Perfect Raised Pillar Fly Reel is machined from 6262 bar stock aluminum and protective anodized in a clear natural Aluminum finish with Nickel Silver components and an cream color Ivorine handle knob. It is drop dead gorgeous and is as smooth (it runs on 12 ball bearings), and as sweet sounding (with a silky smooth, ADJUSTABLE, pawl drag) as it looks. Right or left hand reversible. Weighs a mere 4.1 ounces and takes a DT4 and 100 yards of backing. Factory NEW, in the box, in the original Hardy soft case, with paperwork.  BRAND NEW. $375.00    Extra spools Available at $129.00

 

          59095.   HARDY.  3.50".   BOUGLE  Mark VI.   Raised Pillar Perfect Fly Reel.  The Mark VI Bougle Perfect Raised Pillar Fly Reel is machined from 6262 bar stock aluminum and protective anodized in a clear natural Aluminum finish with Nickel Silver components and an cream color Ivorine handle knob.  It is drop dead gorgeous and is as smooth (it runs on 12 ball bearings), and as sweet sounding (with a silky smooth, ADJUSTABLE, pawl drag) as it looks. Right or left hand reversible. Weighs a mere 4.39 ounces and takes a DT6 and 70 yards of backing. Factory NEW, in the box, in the original Hardy soft case, with paperwork.   BRAND NEW. $399.00   Extra spools Available at $135.00

 

        59980. HARDY - THE NEW ST. GEORGE JUNIOR. 2-9/16". ST. GEORGE JR. SPITFIRE. The most beloved light trout reels Hardy has ever made are back.  Made entirely in Alnwick, England on machines and kit that date back to 1912, these barstock fly reels are the ultimate in click and pawl.  The reels are offered in your choice of anodized black or spitfire finishes and come in beautiful leather cases.  They are right or left hand specific with agate line guides - Please Specify COLOR AND WINDING DIRECTION CHOICE!  These are reels that your grandchildren will fish, and thank you for it. BRAND NEW. $700.00

 

           59981. HARDY - THE NEW ST. GEORGE JUNIOR. 2-9/16". ST. GEORGE JR. BLACK. The most beloved light trout reels Hardy has ever made are back.  Made entirely in Alnwick, England on machines and kit that date back to 1912, these barstock fly reels are the ultimate in click and pawl.  The reels are offered in your choice of anodized black or spitfire finishes and come in beautiful leather cases.  They are right or left hand specific with agate line guides - Please Specify COLOR AND WINDING DIRECTION CHOICE!  These are reels that your grandchildren will fish, and thank you for it. BRAND NEW. $700.00

 

              59983. HARDY - THE NEW ST. GEORGE 3" TROUT. 3". ST GEORGE SPITFIRE. The most beloved light trout reels Hardy has ever made are back.  Made entirely in Alnwick, England on machines and kit that date back to 1912, these barstock fly reels are the ultimate in click and pawl.  The reels are offered in your choice of anodized black or spitfire finishes and come in beautiful leather cases.  They are right or left hand specific with agate line guides - Please Specify COLOR AND WINDING DIRECTION CHOICE!  These are reels that your grandchildren will fish, and thank you for it. BRAND NEW. $750.00

 

           59984. HARDY - THE NEW ST. GEORGE 3" TROUT. 3". ST GEORGE BLACK. The most beloved light trout reels Hardy has ever made are back.  Made entirely in Alnwick, England on machines and kit that date back to 1912, these barstock fly reels are the ultimate in click and pawl.  The reels are offered in your choice of anodized black or spitfire finishes and come in beautiful leather cases.  They are right or left hand specific with agate line guides - Please Specify COLOR AND WINDING DIRECTION CHOICE!  These are reels that your grandchildren will fish, and thank you for it. BRAND NEW. $750.00

 

                     59985. HARDY - THE NEW UNIQUA FLY REEL. Hardy's New Uniqua reel (on right) arrived in 5 sizes with a retail price tag of $175 - $279. FIVE Sizes include the 2/3/4 @$175; 5/6 @ $199; 7/8 @ $225; 9/10 @ $249 and 11/12 @ $279, these disc drag, machined barstock reels, large arbor fly reels were designed by Charlie Norris, Hardy's lead reel designer in Alnwick. Charlie has worked for on these reels for two years and every bit of Hardy's 150 years of reel making have gone into the new Uniqua Model. This series has the most accessible retail pricing that Hardy has ever offered. BRAND NEW.

 

55762HDYStGJr.jpg (37615 bytes)           55761. HARDY. 2-9/16". ST. GEORGE JR. FIRST REPRODUCTION MODEL. When Hardy did it's St George Jr. Reproduction of the original reel in 2001, the first 100 reels were done with an unbreakable METAL line guide and a stepped ALUMINUM reel foot. This is reel #057 of that first run and is a very scarce three screw variation, as the later reels had a Ceramic insert and a Brass foot.. Adjustable drag, duplicated spares, and a lovely Hard Leather Hardy reel case. Comes WITH AN EXTRA SPOOL, too. LEFT HAND WIND ONLY. M. $750.00. 

  

         55797. HEDDON. MODEL 87 AUTOMATIC FREE STRIPPING FLY REEL. Very scarce Automatic Fly Reel. Model 87 made in the 1950's. This reel is a horizontal model. Overload release. Sliding lock button. Light Bronze anodized finish. Very Good overall condition. Works perfectly. VG. $30.00   SOLD

 

55540Hendryx.jpg (21047 bytes)55540. HENDRYX ?? UNMARKED. 1-9/16". Raised Pillar. Nickel plated, stamped Brass tiny raised pillar reel. One of the smallest of these reels I've ever seen. Fixed click not working. Black Wooden handle knob. Very Cute desk ornament. VG. 25.00.
55563JAFaerial.jpg (31190 bytes)55563. J. AUSTIN FORBES. 2-1/2". AERIAL TROUT REEL. Finely machined in Scotland to picky American taste. This stunning, diminutive diameter large arbor reel is made to accommodate your finest bamboo fly rod that throws a size 2/3/4 line. Fixed click drag with Rim Control. Reversible. Natural finish. Fully vented and ported and weighs a mere 3.12 ounces. Comes in the original two-part box with all factory paperwork Unused. If "unusual" turns your crank, this reel is for you. M. $225.00.

 

55538JapReel.jpg (27938 bytes)55538. JAPANESE ROUND CLICK FLY REEL. 3-1/4". 1950's copy of Pflueger Progress 1784. Decent quality knock-off reel from the late 1950's Japan. Black Enamel Frame and Silver Spool. On/off click check. Reversible. Shows only light finish wear and working just fine. Takes up to a 5/6 line and 50 yards backing. Nice collectible or everyday user. E. $25.00.
55670.jpg (37088 bytes)        55670. JUPITER - KENTUCKY STYLE BAIT CAST REEL. Full Nickel Silver construction. Serial #145. Multiplying Bait Cast Reel Jeweled Bearing Caps. Counter-balanced handle at 4 0'clock position with Celluloid Knobs. Handle plate Drag Switch and On/Off Click Switch. (On/Off Click not working, needs spring blade). Finish is nicely patina'd. The reel shows very little actual use and is free working and wobble free. With proper cleaning and polish could be restored to mint condition. This is a very rare reel. VG. $225.00

 

             55802. KINEYA - JAPAN. 2-7/16". MODEL 100 FLY REEL. Organized in Kyoto, Japan in 1995, this quality reel maker builds some of the most exquisitely machined reels you can own. This one is one of their newest efforts and is a simple click check reel useable either right or left handed. The click is perfectly tensioned and favors left hand wind, but will "break-in" the other way with steady use in that direction. The reel is quite unique in its design The end plates are of laminated anodized aluminum with stainless cross pillars and reel foot. Graced with fine knurling work, the reel is beautifully understated. Just right for a 3 or 4 line and your best lightweight fly rod. Comes in a soft suede leather drawstring reel pouch in the original box with factory paperwork. M. $695.00

 

55610Kalamazoo.jpg (36524 bytes)           55610. KALAMZOO TACKLE CO 1697 AUTO FLY REEL. Black Anodized Model 1697 C Miracle Silent Automatic horizontal Trout sized Auto Fly Reel. Routine Edge wear from fishing use. Working fine. G. $25.00.   SOLD

 

55716Lacey1c.jpg (28178 bytes)            55716. LACEY & JOHNSON FLY REEL. 2-3/4". TRADITIONAL MODEL SIZE #1.      If you've been looking for a simple, yet elegant fly reel that hearkens back to a time when "American Made" meant something and quality was the norm, not the exception, then listen up! Feast your eyes on the new Lacey & Johnson Traditional Fly Reel. Clean design, machined of aluminum and brass and beautifully appointed. The ultra-smooth and quiet, fixed 55716Lacey1b.jpg (45801 bytes)click drag is like butter and is factory set for Neutral Wind.   The drag is designed to be "broken-in" with use, and, after time, will eventually favor whichever reeling direction the reel is constantly used in, with the stronger drag on the out-go.  This delightful 2-3/4" fly reel has a spool width of just under 1" with ample capacity for up to a WF5 line and 50 yards of 20 lb. backing. At a perfect weight of only 4.4 oz, the reel will balance with your very best trout rod and looks like a million dollars while storing your fly line. Comes in a soft cloth drawstring bag, Offered here for the first time at a special introductory price of only $395. These reels are each serial numbered and all we presently have in stock for immediate delivery are very low numbers. Get yours before they are all gone at this introductory price.   BRAND NEW. $395.00.

 

55733aLACEY.jpg (39608 bytes)          55733. LACEY FLY REEL. 2-3/4" . ADAMS TROUT. One of the better made machined Trout reels done in the vom Hofe style available today. Originally designed and engineered by Bill Adams of NY55733bLACEY.jpg (33411 bytes) and purchased by rod maker Gary Lacey a number of years ago. Gary has spiffed up the original design to create a reel stylistically patterned after the vom Hofe and Bogdan reels. This lovely, light weight, Adjustable Drag, single action reel is exceptionally smooth and weighs a mere 4.3 oz. Black side plates, vented face-plate with silver end rings. The S-shaped handle is integral with the .950" wide spool, as is the Stainless Palming RIM CONTROL Drag feature. This reel features a counterbalanced handle for fish fighting ease. The reel features an easily reversible, externally adjustable pawl drag system that works very smoothly and prevents over run. The real drag work is done with your palm. Designed to take up to a DT5, line and 50 yds. of backing. This fantastic trout reel is virtually brand new, having just been factory tuned by Gary. Comes in an L. L. Bean sheepskin lined, soft leather case. M. $495.00.

 

55753L&J355.jpg (39522 bytes)          55753. LACEY & JOHNSON FLY REEL. 2-3/4". MODEL 355 . Size #1. If you've been looking for a simple, yet elegant fly reel that hearkens back to a time when "American Made" meant something and quality was the norm, not the exception, then listen up! Feast your eyes on the new Lacey & Johnson Model 355 Fly Reel. Patterned after the style of vom Hofe reels with clean design, machined of aluminum and brass and beautifully appointed. The ultra-smooth and quiet, fixed click drag is like butter and can be factory set to favor Right or Left hand Wind, (please specify). But, there's more! On the center back-plate there is a dime sized, smooth, Nickel Silver disk attached to the line spool, and called the L&J CAHILL FINGER DRAG! When additional drag pressure is needed, this disk is designed to be pressured with the finger as the fish runs, to add additional degrees of drag as needed. It has the same effect as spooling with other reels and is one of those "why didn't I think of that?' ideas. Novel and exclusive to Lacey & Johnson reels. This delightful 2-3/4" fly reel has a spool width of just under 1" with ample capacity for up to a WF5 line and 50 yards of 20 lb. backing. At a perfect weight of only 4.4 oz, the reel will balance with your very best trout rod and looks like a million dollars while storing your fly line. Comes in a soft cloth drawstring bag. Offered here for the first time at a special introductory price of only $595. These reels are each serial numbered and all we presently have in stock for immediate delivery are very low numbers. Get yours before they are all gone at this introductory price..                       BRAND NEW. $595.00.

 

55823. LAMSON. 4". MODEL #5. SALT WATER/ SALMON FLY REEL. Machined aluminum, heavy duty, Salt Water and Salmon reel with capacity for a WF12 line and 200 yards backing. Excellent Tarpon and large salmon reel with a Caliper Disk Drag. Reversible wind. Has Rim Control Drag feature too. Ventilated, counterbalanced spool and all Black finish make a very nice package. Comes WITH AN EXTRA SPOOL. Both reel and spool come in soft suede cases. Only lightly used. Low cost Tarpon and Permit reel. E. $175.00  SOLD

 

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55737. LANGLEY. 3-1/4". MODEL 191-B FLY REEL. Stamped aluminum, San Diego made, lightweight, skeleton style Fly Reel. Gray Krinkle Finish frame and silver spool. Built up like a Pflueger Gem with the size and capacity of a Pflueger 1494. Fixed click drag. Circular stainless line guide. Right hand wind only with Internal Cam Nut for drag spring adjustment to increase the drag click.. Scarce early Langley, that works beautifully and is still very functional. Neat reel from the 40's or 50's. Shows dirt and some finish wear but working just fine. Takes up to a 4/5/6 line and 50 yards backing. Nice collectible or everyday user.                                             E. $75.00.

 

55808. MARRYAT. 2-7/8". MR 7.5A FLY REEL. Virtually unused, near mint condition. Under 4 oz. Reversible. Adjustable drag. Rim control. Gold finish. With original suede case in the original box with instructions. Now set up right hand wind. N/M. $175.00

 

55576MR8.jpg (36545 bytes)55576. MARRYAT MADE GEHRKE REEL. 3-1/8". MR 8A FLY REEL. Barely used, near mint condition example of the Original George Gehrke Reel made for Gehrke, U.S.A. by Marryat before they brought out the same reel completely under their own name. This private label lasted less than a year in the early 1980's, so these original Gehrke World Supreme marked Marryats are really very rare and collectible. This is the same reel as the later model Marryats.  Reversible. Adjustable drag. Rim control. Counter-balanced spool with exceptionally large line capacity for a small reel. Gold finish. Now set up left hand wind. Comes WITH AN EXTRA SPOOL in a Double Decker Suede reel case. N/M. $250.00.

 

55825. MARRYAT MADE GEHRKE REEL. 3-1/2". GR 9 FLY REEL. Barely used, near mint condition example of the Original George Gehrke Reel made for Gehrke, U.S.A. by Marryat before they brought out the same reel completely under their own name. This private label lasted less than a year in the early 1980's, so these original George Gehrke marked Marryats are really very rare and somewhat collectible. Serial #53 of the original size 9 series. This is the same reel as the later model Marryats. Reversible. Adjustable drag. Rim control. Counter-balanced spool with exceptionally large line capacity for a small reel. Takes 200 yds and a WF9. Rare Silver finish. Now set up left hand wind. Comes in a Suede reel case. N/M. $195.00

 

55736Martin.jpg (23602 bytes)           55736. MARTIN. AUTOMATIC FLY REEL. MOHAWK NO. 47. Smallest sized, vertical, Green finish aluminum, automatic fly reel. Reel functions perfectly and fishes fine. Panfish and trout reel. Shows routine finish wear, scratches and color deterioration, but otherwise remains in solid mechanical condition. Works fine and will make a great fishing reel.. VG. $35.00.

 

55590.jpg (38800 bytes)               55590. MEEK, B. F. & SONS BAIT CAST REEL. NO. 33 BLUEGRASS. Take-Apart reel model. Low serial number (243) with all serial numbers matching. The German Silver End Plates are the Carter's 1904 & 1905 Patent screw-off type. Housing retains 99% of its original Nickel finish. Knurled Aluminum thumb bar. Counter-balanced, dog-leg, single Celluloid knobbed handle. On-Off click switch. Smooth, free working action. A very desirable handmade Louisville, KY Meek Reel. In superb original condition. E. $295.00.

 

55632Meiss.jpg (30059 bytes)           55632. MEISSELBACH- CATUCCI.  3". SYMPLOREEL 370.   HARD RUBBER TROUT FLY REEL. Newark markings. Fixed click drag. Reversible. Three-Quarter inch wide spool is perfect for a 3 or 4 and 40 yds of backing. Nickel Silver reel foot, screws and cross-pillars. Made from 1931 to the 1950's. No cracks or breaks and working fine. Simple with no frills, but still an absolutely wonderful light line trout reel. Excellent collectible in clean condition E. $325.00.

 

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  55663. MEISSELBACH - AIREX. 3-1/8". ABLETTE 371. This is the last fly reel made under the Meisselbach name. ULTRA RARE Airex Fly Reel. Super little single action fly reel is the second largest of the Ablette sizes. Reversible. Fixed click drag. Narrow spool. Very collectible and functional 1950's reel for a 4, 5 or 6 weight line. Shows virtually no use in a soft suede zippered case. N/M. $125.00

 

     55834. MEISSELBACH. 3-1/4". RAINBOW #631 TROUT FLY REEL. Made in Elyria, Ohio. Machined aluminum alloy. Nickled foot. Ivoroid knob. Fixed click single action. Reversible, but favors right hand wind now Narrow spool for fast line retrieve. Original black lacquer painted finish has been removed and the reel polished in the natural aluminum finish. Quite handsome and perfect mechanically. Takes a 4 or 5 line. E. $95.00

 

55613Mont.jpg (35792 bytes)           55613. MONTAGUE. "#150 MADE IN USA" RAISED PILLAR MULTIPLYING REEL. 150 size, Chrome over Brass, Raised Pillar Multiplying Reel. Handle plate stamped "MADE IN USA" Handle is at six o'clock with a counterbalance and a celluloid knob. Has On-Off click and Drag Button on the back-plate. Perfect collectible that displays really well. Working perfectly. E. $75.00.

 

55611Unmarked.jpg (22119 bytes)          55611. UNMARKED ?? MONTAGUE.  STAMPED METAL FLY REEL. 3-1/4". US made, Gun Metal finish Black color single action click fly reel Circa the 1930's. Possibly by Montague. ON-OFF click check working well. Shows some rusty areas that will clean up OK. Working fine. Nice period reel that remains usable. G. $25.00.

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  55742. MONTAGUE ?? UNMARKED. 2-5/8" . RAISED PILLAR SKELETON FLY REEL. Japanned finish brass skeleton raised pillar fly reel, made by Montague circa 1920's. Stamped "Made in U.S.A." on the reel foot. Black painted, tapered wood handle knob. On/off click drag. Counter - balanced spool. The wider 1" spool width can accommodate a 4 or 5 line making this an ideal Midge or Trout reel. Everything works on this reel and it will give great service as an every day user or just look good on a bookshelf. VG. $75. 00.

 

             55836. OCEAN CITY. 3". BRANDY BROOK TROUT FLY REEL. Cast Aluminum re-enameled black. Circa the late 1940's early 1950's. Vented spool with white handle knob. Fixed click check. Wind either way. Working smoothly. Excellent reel for a 4 or 5 line and backing. E. $35.00

 

55534OceanCtyQuaker City.jpg (23900 bytes)   55534. OCEAN CITY. 3". QUAKER CITY. 150 yd Free Spool Bay Reel. Star drag. On-off click check. Hard Rubber side plates. Chrome over brass. Top quality Ocean City. Excellent condition. E. $40.00.

 

55539OceanCitySOLITE.jpg (28598 bytes)55539. OCEAN CITY ?? UNMARKED SOLITE. 2-5/8". RAISED PILLAR SKELETON FLY REEL. Black Japanned finish, brass skeleton raised pillar fly reel, made by Ocean City circa 1940's. On/off click drag. Counter - balanced spool. Wider 1" spool width can accommodate a 4 or 5 line making this an ideal trout reel. Everything works on this reel and it will give great service as a user or just look good on a bookshelf.   E.    $85.00.

 

55725OceanC.jpg (28473 bytes)        55725. OCEAN CITY. MODEL 936. 200 YD FREE SPOOL SURF CASTING REEL. Star drag. On-off click check. Hard Rubber side plates. Chrome over brass. Top quality Ocean City. Very Good condition. .VG. $20.00.

 

55525OkumaSierra.jpg (24503 bytes)55526. OKUMA. 2-7/8". SIERRA S7/8 FLY REEL. Exceptionally well made Aluminum reel with ample capacity for a 5 to 8 fly line. Reversible Wind. Adjustable internal Disk drag drag and a rim control drag too. Counter balanced handle. Black Enamel finish. Drop forged reel, extra rugged, corrosion-proof finish. Vented spool. Wide spool, Trout sized reel with capacity for up to a WF8 line and 100 yards. Brand new in the box. M. $45.00.   SOLD

 

             55795. ORVIS. 3.7". ROCKY MOUNTAIN IV. Made in England for Orvis with an excellent disc drag to take a 6, 7 or 8 line and 225, 175 or 125 yards of backing. Reversible wind, Adjustable drag, rim control drag, and quick change line cartridge. Barely used in the original box with factory paperwork and soft zippered reel case. N/M. $40.00

 

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55766. ORVIS. TROUT BUM. 2007 CONSERVATION EDITION. 2-15/16". CFO II Bar Stock Disc Drag Fly Reel . Reversible Wind. Machined from Bar Stock. Serial #130, Platinum color reel with Gold highlights. Machined brass internals with a sophisticated Disc Drag. Adjustable Drag. Rim Control. Lovely Bronze Finish. In original nylon/leather zippered case. Appears unused and still in new condition. Perfect 4 or 5 line trout reel with an amazing drag and excellent collector potential. M. $295.00.

 

55708&9OrvSpin.jpg (35157 bytes)           55708. ORVIS SPIN REEL. MODEL 1. Second Generation Medium/light, high-speed, open faced spinning reel made in Italy for Orvis in the 70's. Works well with all rods for 4 to 10 lb test. One of the most desirable spin reels from the 70's and a rock solid performer. This reel has seen average use with some minor edge wear. The finish is still very good and the reel is working perfectly. Full bail. With left hand folding crank. Comes with THREE EXTRA SPOOLS. VG. $100.00.

 

55839.  Orvis CFO II FLY REEL. 2-9/16".  1970's reel! These earliest CFO reels in this size almost never turn up. This one is in Near Mint condition. Rim control. Click check drag. Reversible. Ultralight, fully vented reel, for a 1, 2, or 3 line and backing. Weighs 2.5 oz. In a suede zippered reel case.  N/M.   $250.00  SOLD

 

55708&9OrvSpin.jpg (35157 bytes)                 55709. ORVIS SPIN REEL.  MODEL 1. Second Generation Medium/light, high-speed, open faced spinning reel made in Italy for Orvis in the 70's. Works well with all rods for 4 to 10 lb test. One of the most desirable spin reels from the 70's and a rock solid performer. This reel has seen average use with some minor edge wear. The finish is still very good and the reel is working perfectly. Full bail. With left hand folding crank. Comes with THREE EXTRA SPOOLS. VG. $100.00.

 

55784a.jpg (25184 bytes)55784b.jpg (29093 bytes)           55784. ORVIS BATTENKILL MID ARBOR FLY REEL. 3-3/4". MID-ARBOR V. Rim Control drag and an Adjustable Drag knob prevents over runs. The Champagne hard anodized finish, machined aluminum Mid Arbor reels have a large diameter spool that effectively creates a 2-1/2 to 1 pick-up ratio when compared to conventional designs, allowing for better "hot" fish control and a smoother drag feel. Lightweight at 6.5 oz and takes up to a WF8 and 100 yards, more with gel-spun backing. Never used condition. Comes with the original soft case. Compare at $159. A bargain here. M. $120.00.

 

                55833. PFLUEGER. 2-7/8". MODEL 1492 MEDALIST FLY REEL. Pflueger's smallest model takes a 2/3 or 4 line. American made in Ohio. Reel can be reversed but line guide can't. Click drag. This reel is unused and comes WITH AN UNUSED EXTRA SPOOL, both in the original green boxes. Original Pflueger factory grease on main gear. A find!. M. $125.00   SOLD

 

55537PfluSalTrout.jpg (33403 bytes)55537. PFLUEGER - 1554. 3-5/8". SAL-TROUT FLY REEL. Scarce size, early Model 1554 lightweight, skeleton style Fly Reel. Stamped with the Bull Dog Logo. Black Enamel Frame and Spool. On/off click check. Reversible. Machined Brass screwed reel foot. Shows only light finish wear and working just fine. Takes up to a 5/6 line and 50 yards backing. Nice collectible or everyday user. E. $60.00.

 

55729Pflue.jpg (52864 bytes)       55729. PFLUEGER – SHAKESPEARE. 3-5/8". MODEL 1495-1/2 CJ. MEDALIST FLY REEL. Takes a 7/8/9/10 line with lots of backing. Built in the 1970's in Japan by Shakespeare. Comes with an American made extra spool. Wide spool gives large capacity. Reversible. Adjustable drag. This reel is in perfect mechanical and very good cosmetic condition with only minor paint abrasions. Hard to find size. Well built reel. E. $75.00.

 

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55739. PFLUEGER - 1554 . 3-1/2". SAL-TROUT FLY REEL. Scarce trout size Sal-Trout, early Model 1554 lightweight, skeleton style, single action fly reel. Stamped with the early Bull Dog Logo. Black Enamel Frame and Spool. shows silvering at the edges. On/off click check. Reversible. Early Machined Brass and screwed reel foot. Retains about 80% finish and is working just fine with a strong drag spring. Takes up to a 5/6/7line and 50 yards backing. Nice collectible or everyday user with any 30's or 40's fly rod. I n the original Green Pflueger box with a perfect label. VG. $75.00.

 

55760aRedding.jpg (46219 bytes)           55760. REDDINGTON. 3-3/4". AS 9/10 FLY REEL. 55760bRedding.jpg (43195 bytes)Beautifully made and finished direct drive, disc drag, wide spool fly reel made to accommodate size 9 or 10 fly lines and 250 yds backing. Rear adjustable disk drag. Rim control feature. Gorgeous Black finish. Fully vented for rugged light weight. Reddington's best reel.. Easily reversible with provided tool and instructions.. Original nylon case. Virtually unused in near mint condition. N/M. $175.00.    SOLD

 

55617Ross4.jpg (31557 bytes)   55617. ROSS #4. 3-3/4". FLY START LARGE ARBOR REEL. Still can't figure how Ross can deliver so much reel for so little money. Black finish. Adjustable Drag. Rim Control. Fully ventilated. Easily converted wind. Takes 6, 7 or 8 line & backing. Unused in the box with instructions. For the money these reels are impossible to beat. Great buy here. M. $40.00.   

 

55810. LIMITED EDITION SET OF 5 BELLINGER/SARACIONE TROUT REELS. Limited Edition Set of Bellinger/Saracione German Silver and Hard Rubber Trout Reels. Each of these original reels a fixed check model built with German silver rims and hard rubber side plates. These FIRST ISSUE reels range in size from 2 1/2” through 3 1/4” and includes the original 5 sizes: one each: 2 1/2”, 2 3/4”, 3”, 3 1/4” and 3 1/4” wide spool models, all are marked with the same serial number, #038. All are in new, unused condition complete with original boxes, paperwork AND a custom made, felt lined, Walnut display box, as well as an optional Saracione reel tool. An investment quality set of reels from the historic Saracione/Bellinger partnership. Retail for each of these reels in 1992 was $1250. The Walnut box was a $600 option. M. $8350.00

 

55817. LIMITED EDITION SARACIONE PERFECTION TROUT REEL. 2-3/4". VOM HOFE PERFECTION MODEL. The First Limited Edition Saracione Perfection Hand Made German Silver and Hard Rubber Trout Reel. Number 33 of 50 consecutively numbered reels from Joe Saracione, handmade in 1993. In size #2, with a 2 3/4” diameter and 1” wide spool, this exceptional reel is a fine tribute to the original work of Edward vom Hofe, with German silver rims, seven position drag adjustment under the handle and tail plate sliding click. The sliding oil cap is marked “J. Saracione –Maker – USA”. Set for right hand wind, a new condition reel housed in a Saracione marked case. M. $2350.00

SOLD

55818. LIMITED EDITION SARACIONE TOBIQUE SALMON REEL. 3-1/8". VOM HOFE TOBIQUE MODEL. Limited Edition Saracione Tobique Hand Made German Silver and Hard Rubber Salmon Reel. Number 38 of 50 consecutively serial numbered reels built by Joe Saracione in 1995. A size 1/0 reel with a 3 1/8” diameter and 1 3/8” wide spool, German silver rims protecting the hard rubber side plates and shouldered pillars, two of which are roller style. Set for right hand wind, built as a fine tribute to the Edward vom Hofe Tobique Salmon reels, with seven position drag mounted on the tail plate along with a sliding click switch. In brand new condition, with fitted J. Saracione marked reel case, complete with factory warranty card. M. $2150.00 SOLD

 

55569SASysTwo.jpg (37116 bytes)55569. SCI ANGLER - 3M. 3-1/2". System TWO Model 78 Fly Reel. Made in England for Sci Angler. Vented Spool. Reversible wind. Adjustable Drag. Rim Control feature. Capacity for a WF8 line and 175 yards of backing. A lot of great features for a small amount of money. Barely used in a neoprene reel case. Great Buy Here! N/M. $90.00

 

55819. SEAMASTER - DUAL MODE. 3-1/4". MARK II. SALMON/BONEFISH FLY REEL. Right Hand Wind. This reel is unused and in as new, flawless condition. Patented drive mechanism works as a direct drive reel when cranking in and as a free-spool anti-reverse reel on a running fish. The best of both worlds in one reel. Perfect bonefish or salmon reel. Takes up to 250 yards and a WF9 line. Classic Seamaster Gold frame, Black spool, dual knob counter-balanced S-shaped handle, with drag adjustment disc under the handle. This is one of the hottest, most avidly sought-after, most desired reels on today's market. Maybe one of the best ever made with patented dual mode feature. Comes in the original Black padded vinyl case. Save yourself a 12 month wait. M. $1795.00  SOLD

 

55820. SEAMASTER - DUAL MODE. 3-7/8". MARK III TARPON REEL. The legend of the Seamaster reels is no exaggeration. Highest quality, machined aluminum bar stock saltwater proof reel. Functions in a DUAL MODE capacity as a Direct Drive reel when cranking in a fish and as an Anti-Reverse reel on a running fish preventing handle back-spin and busted knuckles. Adjustable drag. Wide 1-1/4" spool. Right Hand Wind Only. Weighs 13.25 oz. and takes a WF12 tarpon line and 300 yards of 30# backing. Hard coat, Gold anodized frame and Black spool, saltwater proof finish. Comes in the original factory neoprene reel case. Perhaps the finest reel on today's market. This is an original Capt. Mack made reel in the original black vinyl case that has never been lined. As New. M. $1795.00   SOLD

 

55821. SEAMASTER - DUAL MODE. 3-1/4". MARK II. SALMON/BONEFISH FLY REEL. Right Hand Wind. This reel is barely used and in superb condition. Patented drive mechanism works as a direct drive reel when cranking in and as a free-spool anti-reverse reel on a running fish. The best of both worlds in one reel. Perfect bonefish or salmon reel. Takes up to 250 yards and a WF9 line. Classic Seamaster Gold frame, Black spool, dual knob counter-balanced S-shaped handle, with drag adjustment disc under the handle. This is one of the hottest, most avidly sought-after, most desired reels on today's market. Maybe one of the best ever made with patented dual mode feature. Only a few very minor finish blems on the rims keep it out of the mint category. Comes in the original Black padded vinyl case . N/M. $1595.00  SOLD

 

55824. SEAMASTER. 3-7/8". TARPON ANTI-REVERSE FLY REEL. Right Hand Wind only. First Model. Built up frame with Stepped Stainless Steel cross pillars. All Gold color frame and spool. Made with the adjustable drag adjustment under the distinctive, chromed, S-HANDLE fitted with black Ebonite handle knobs. This wheel is engraved "Seamaster, Miami, Fla and Roy D. Chapin". This earliest model, 1950's reel shows relatively light actual fishing use. with some routine finish wear and dings on the rims and conical back-plate, just enough to keep it out of the near-mint condition category and, of course, of no consequence to the reels performance capabilities. These original Seamaster reels are legend and almost impossible to find these days. All set to go and working perfectly. Takes up to a WF12 line and 300 yards backing. Considered by many to be the finest big fish fly reel ever made. Fish with the original reel that became the legend or collect, you decide. Either way, a terrific investment reel. IN A SOFT SUEDE CASE. E. $2800.00

 

55589.jpg (25994 bytes)           55589. SHAKESPEARE. MODEL 1740. TOURNAMENT FREE SPOOL BAIT CAST. Nickel Silver model FK. Hand built in 1951. Perhaps one of the finest action bait casting reels ever made. This very scarce model is perfect with light action 1/4 to 3/8 oz bamboo casting rods and for thread-line casting. Jeweled bearing caps, backlash adjustable, on-off click, free spool activated by moving handle outward. Lightweight Aluminum spool, dual knob counterbalanced aluminum handle. Still one of the best reels you can use, works great for both fishing and tournament casting. In superb original condition. E. $250.00.

 

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55672. SHAKESPEARE. MODEL 1740. TOURNAMENT FREE SPOOL BAIT CAST. Nickel Silver model HE. Hand built in 1936. Perhaps one of the finest action bait casting reels ever made. This very scarce model is perfect with light action 1/4 to 3/8 oz bamboo casting rods and for thread-line casting. Jeweled bearing caps, backlash adjustable, on-off click, free spool activated by moving handle outward. Lightweight Aluminum spool, dual knob counterbalanced aluminum handle. Still one of the best reels you can use, works great for both fishing and tournament casting. In superb original condition. E. $250.00

 

55608&09Shakes.jpg (28616 bytes)         55608. SHAKESPEARE SILENT TRU-ART #1837 AUTO FLY REEL. Green Anodized Model 1837 GD horizontal Trout sized Auto Fly Reel. Routine Edge wear from fishing use. Working fine. G. $25.00.

 

55608&09Shakes.jpg (28616 bytes)         55609. SHAKESPEARE SILENT TRU-ART #1837 AUTO FLY REEL. Green Anodized Model 1837 GE horizontal Trout sized Auto Fly Reel. Routine Edge wear from fishing use. Working fine. G. $25.00.

 

     55514. THOMMEN - RECORD - EARLY MODEL 400 SPIN REEL. Very high quality Swiss Made Spin Reel from the late 40's, early 1950's. Cast aluminum frame and housing with metal spool. Full bail. Folding handle knob. Left hand crank. Handle mounted anti reverse switch. Rear housing mounted drag adjustment knob was way ahead of its time. Made extremely well and a strong collector. Some finish discoloration and wear, but 100% mechanically. Very Scarce collector's reel. VG. $40.00

 

55463. TIBOR. 3-5/8". Back Country Wide. Light Salt Water, Salmon, Heavy Trout and Bass Reel. Highest quality, machined aluminum bar stock, Large Arbor, Bonefish, Redfish, Baby Tarpon, Salmon,, Bass and more reel. Adjustable drag. Rim Control. Direct drive. Vented Spool. Reversible Wind. Weighs 6.5 oz and takes up to a WF8 and 225 yards backing. Hard coat, DARK GREEN color anodized frame and spool, saltwater proof finish. Comes in a factory neoprene reel case. One of the finest reels on today's market. Outstanding reel.              BRAND NEW.    $405.00.

 

55778abRiptide.jpg (45832 bytes)           55778.   TIBOR.  4.0".  Riptide Reel.   Highest quality, machined aluminum bar stock, bass55778bRiptide.jpg (46885 bytes) and salmon, steelhead or saltwater reel. Large Arbor, Rapid Retrieve Spool. Adjustable drag. Rim Control. Direct drive. Vented Spool. Reversible Wind. Weighs 9.5 oz. Takes a 9/10/11 line and 225/200/175 yards 30# backing. Hard coat, All Black anodized frame and spool, saltwater proof finish. Comes in a factory neoprene reel case. One of the best reels on today's market at any price. Name plate can be replaced at a small charge from factory. Barely used.   N/M.  $525.00.

 

55816. THE ONLY EXISTING SET OF THOMAS & THOMAS FLY REELS. FIRST ISSUE CLASSIC FLY REELS. This is the ONLY Existing Set of ALL FOUR sizes of the original and first issue of Thomas & Thomas Classic Fly Reels. Originally made in 1978 for Thomas & Thomas by the Hart Reel Company of Long Island, NY, makers of the Marquesa and Umpqua fly reels. The original plans were to produce four sizes of the Classic reel, however the largest size was dropped before production, making this the only known set to include the 3 5/8” diameter reel – built as a size sample, but with no handle. The decision was made to only go with three reel sizes, so this is the only largest sized reel in existence. The remaining three examples are all fully functional, as issued, with a 3 1/4”, 3” and 2 3/4” diameter. All having aluminum parts with Anodized Aluminum side plates, these are all in new unused condition with original "Thomas & Thomas" stamped leather reel cases. Truly a one of a kind set of trout reels. M. $2500.00

 

55815. T&T KOSMIC COMMEMORATIVE RAISED PILLAR TROUT REEL. 2-5/16". RAISED PILLAR LIMITED EDITION. The Kosmic Commemorative Hand Made German Silver Raised Pillar Trout Reel. With serial number “0”, this was the first of 26 reels produced to commemorate the original Kosmic reels built by Julius vom Hofe for the Kosmic Rod Co at the end of the 19th century. Commissioned by Thomas & Thomas in 1985, this is an exact duplicate of the original reel built for the Kosmic company established by Payne, Edwards and Thomas. It was hand built for T&T by Herman Voss, one of this country’s master prototype reel builders. With classic raised pillar construction of German silver and Delrin (a hard rubber replacement), nickel silver pillars, counter balanced handle and foot marked with serial number “0”, and aluminum spool flanges with brass arbor. The tail plate houses a sliding click and knurled end cap with vom Hofe style washer. The head plate is marked “The Commemorative Kosmic Reel - Thomas & Thomas – Makers”. With fantastic ascetics matching that of the original reel of more than a century ago, and perfect for a 5 weight line. Comes with its original Thomas & Thomas soft reel bag. M. $2950.00

 

55687C1.jpg (44333 bytes)          55687. T&T. 2-15/16". CLASSIC C1 REEL. Made in the 1980's exclusively for T&T by Ross Hauck of Ross Reels. Similar to the Ross Gunnison reel. Incredibly light 4.0 oz. aluminum fly reel with ball bearing action. Reversible, Adjustable Drag. Rim Control, Easily interchanged vented and counter-balanced spool. Takes a 2. 3 or 4 line and 100 yards of backing. Ross Gunnison spools will also fit this reel. Comes with AN EXTRA SPOOL in a Neoprene reel case.    E. $200.00

 

55688C1.jpg (37329 bytes)          55688. T&T. 2-15/16". CLASSIC C1 REEL. Made in the 1980's exclusively for T&T by Ross Hauck of Ross Reels. Similar to the Ross Gunnison reel. Incredibly light 4.0 oz. aluminum fly reel with ball bearing action. Reversible, Adjustable Drag. Rim Control, Easily interchanged vented and counter-balanced spool. Takes a 2. 3 or 4 line and 100 yards of backing. Ross Gunnison spools will also fit this reel. Comes with AN EXTRA SPOOL in a Suede reel case.   E. $200.00

 

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55761aT&TC1.jpg (29705 bytes)55762. T&T. 2-15/16". CLASSIC C1 REEL.     Made in the 1980's exclusively for T&T by Ross Hauck of Ross Reels. Similar to the Ross Gunnison reel. Incredibly light 4.0 oz. aluminum fly reel with ball bearing action. Reversible. Adjustable Drag. Rim Control. Easily interchanged vented and counter-balanced spool. Takes a 2, 3 or 4 line and 100 yards of backing. Ross Gunnison spools will also fit this reel. Comes WITH AN EXTRA SPOOL in an original T&T suede leather double-decker zippered case stamped with the T&T logo. Now set-up left hand wind, we can switch to right, if requested. E. $200.00.

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 55684. T&T. 3-7/16". CLASSIC C3 REEL. Made in the 1980's exclusively for T&T by Ross Hauck of Ross Reels. Similar to the Ross Gunnison reel. Incredibly light 4.5 oz. aluminum fly reel with ball bearing action. Reversible, Adjustable Drag. Rim Control, Easily interchanged vented and counter-balanced spool. Takes a 5 or 6 line and 100 yards of backing. Ross Gunnison spools will also fit this reel. Comes with cloth pouch. E. $165.00

 

55685C3.jpg (40052 bytes)          55685. T&T. 3-7/16". CLASSIC C3 REEL. Made in the 1980's exclusively for T&T by Ross Hauck of Ross Reels. Similar to the Ross Gunnison reel. Incredibly light 4.5 oz. aluminum fly reel with ball bearing action. Reversible, Adjustable Drag. Rim Control, Easily interchanged vented and counter-balanced spool. Takes a 5 or 6 line and 100 yards of backing. Ross Gunnison spools will also fit this reel. Com4es with AN EXTRA SPOOL in a double decker suede reel case. E. $225.00

 

55686C3.jpg (39922 bytes)                   55686. T&T. 3-7/16". CLASSIC C3 REEL. Made in the 1980's exclusively for T&T by Ross Hauck of Ross Reels. Similar to the Ross Gunnison reel. Incredibly light 4.5 oz. aluminum fly reel with ball bearing action. Reversible, Adjustable Drag. Rim Control, Easily interchanged vented and counter-balanced spool. Takes a 5 or 6 line and 100 yards of backing. Ross Gunnison spools will also fit this reel. Comes with AN EXTRA SPOOL in a Neoprene reel case. E. $225.00

 

55689C4.jpg (44164 bytes)                   55689. T&T. 3-3/4". CLASSIC C4 SALMON REEL. Made in the 1980's exclusively for T&T by Ross Hauck of Ross Reels. Similar to the Ross Gunnison reel. Incredibly light 5.0 oz. aluminum fly reel with ball bearing action. Reversible, Adjustable Drag. Rim Control, Easily interchanged vented and counter-balanced spool. Takes a up to a WF9 line and 225 yards of backing. Ross Gunnison spools will also fit this reel. Comes with TWO EXTRA SPOOLS in a Suede double decker reel case. Used little. N/M. $275.00

 

55612JVHMulti.jpg (44833 bytes)         55612. VOM HOFE - JULIUS. 2-1/8". MULTIPLIER BAIT CAST REEL. Number 4 size, New York Style 2-1/8" diameter, Nickel over Brass/Hard Rubber Multiplying Reel marked with the maker's name and the '85 & '89 patent dates. Star washer drag and on-off click knob on the hard rubber backplate, Rosette screw washers, counterbalanced handle with shaped crossbar and Ebonite knob. Action is very smooth and working beautifully. Very Good antique condition with no cracks or chips out of the plates. VG. $325.00.

 

55614JvomH.jpg (48258 bytes)                55614. VOM HOFE - JULIUS. 2". PLATE HANDLE FLY REEL. Number 3 size, 2" diameter, Nickel over Brass, Plate Handle Fly Reel. Handle plate stamped "Julius vom Hofe Maker, NY" Handle side hard rubber end plate is badly broken and chipped as visible in the photo. It is also missing a cross-pillar, lost along the way. Fixed click drag and Hard rubber handle knob. Perfect for a #4 or 5 line and backing with 1.08" spool width. Despite the damage, this reel still works as designed, testimony to the vom Hofe genius and build quality. Fishable as is, but you may want to check with Arch Archuletta on repair costs at his website www.archuletasreelworks.com F.  $125.00.

 

            55800. VOM HOFE - EDWARD. 2-9/16". MODEL 360 PERFECTION FLY REEL. Size #3. Arguably the most desired and sought after vom Hofe fly reel of them all. "EDW vom HOFE, N.Y. Pat. Jan.23.83" on back bearing oil cover. Single hole in center of foot. On/off click at 6 o'clock on the back plate. Counter balanced S-handle. Hard rubber side plates. Nickel Silver End rings, Cross-pillars, Click check switch, Screws, etc. Slotted handle screw. 5 Position Adjustable drag trout reel. Very Rare reel in the perfect size for a #3 or 4 line and backing. Serial # L463. Excellent plus original condition. Professionally cleaned and serviced to perfect mechanical condition. All parts bright and shiny. Only blemish is some very minor denting of the spool rim on the handle side of the reel, barely discernible in the photos here, and of no mechanical importance. As an extra bonus, it comes in the original Edward vom Hofe hard leather reel case that is stamped at the bottom with the Fulton Street address. The closure strap is solid and holds all together, but the back hinge is partially torn and so the case is in only fair condition. These reels have become nearly impossible to find in any condition and one like this in perfect fishing condition is a real prize!    E. $6650.00  

 

55812. VOM HOFE SIZE 3 1/2 PEERLESS MODEL 355 TROUT REEL. 2-3/8". Early Edward vom Hofe Size 3 1/2 Peerless Model 355 German Silver and Hard Rubber Trout Reel. A small size 3 1/2 Edward vom Hofe reel in excellent original condition, with a 2 3/8” diameter and 13/16” wide spool, German silver banded rims, and scratch free rubber side plates that have miniscule imperfections around the screw heads, in exceptional condition with early “Edw vom Hofe - Patented - Pat Jan. 23, 1883 - Fulton St, NY” marked sliding oil port and unaltered foot with both size and model markings. A true American classic for a 1 or 2 or 3 line. In a soft leather draw-string pouch. E. 3900.00

 

         55633. VOM HOFE - EDWARD. MODEL 501 6/0   "STAR" TARPON & OCEAN REEL. Difficult to find model   & size of this superb salt water reel. German Silver, Free Spool, Tarpon Reel. Hard Rubber side plates. Click/Drag and Slip Clutch Drag controlled by left rear, rim, throw-off lever. Free Spool controlled by right rear, rim, throw-off lever. Early Handle stop-lock on side plate. Lovely, substantial, unmolested salt water reel never equaled by any maker. July 14.96 & May 20.02 patent dates. Offset, ventilated foot. Working freely and properly and in excellent mechanical condition. Reel is tarnished with an even patina. Will respond beautifully to some TLC and gentle hand polishing with Simi-chrome polish to bring up to Excellent Plus condition. VG. 795.00.55633aVomHofe.jpg (37984 bytes)55633bVomHofe.jpg (39146 bytes)55633cVomHofe.jpg (29192 bytes)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

55813. RARE PROTOTYPE HERITAGE TROUT REEL. 2-3/4". E. VOM HOFE HERITAGE NO. 0. Prototype Heritage Hand Made German Silver and Hard Rubber Trout Reel. The original prototype for what would become the “Heritage- Edward vom Hofe” series of reels in 1991. This special series of reels was privately commissioned by Len Codella of Heritage Sporting Collectibles. This single reel was designed and built entirely by ROSS REELS owner, Ross Hauck, who later built a limited number of nickel silver and hard rubber reels in the style of Edward vom Hofe’s larger trout reels, based on this prototype. This reel is “Number Zero”. Differing from the later run of 25 production reels, this has wider rims, a larger handle and acorn style handle nut, subsequently replaced with a sculpted and knurled handle nut on the production reels. Also a bit heavier than the production run, this 2 3/4” diameter, 15/16” wide spool reel features a set of roller pillars, sliding click switch and Tobique Salmon reel style 7-position drag system, all in new, unused condition. Marked on the sliding oil cap, “Heritage – No.0 – E. vom Hofe”. This is a rare opportunity to own a true proto-type example of what has become a classic collectible reel, complete with the original leather draw string bag as provided with the production run. M. $2900.00

 

55814. LIMITED EDITION HERITAGE TROUT REEL. 2-3/4". HERITAGE - E. VOM HOFE #1. Limited Edition Heritage Handmade German Silver and Delrin Trout Reel. Styled after Edward vom Hofe’s classic reels, this is Serial Number ONE, the first of 25 commissioned by Len Codella in 1991. The reel was produced by Ross Hauck of Ross Reels, and has a 2-3/4” diameter and 1” wide spool. With a seven position drag system matching that of vom Hofe’s Tobique reels on the tail plate, a sliding click switch and two roller pillars, sliding oil cap marked “Heritage – No.1 – E. vom Hofe”, in new, unused condition. Set for right hand wind only, and perfect for up to an eight weight line with 150 yards of backing, housed in the original black leather draw-string reel bag. M. $2500.00

 

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55654. WATERWORKS - LAMSON. RADIUS 3 FLY REEL. The Radius is a fully machined reel that brings quality and performance to use with a 6, 7 or 8 line and backing Adjustable drag. Reversible. Rim Control. Mid Arbor Spool. Was $189 new. Unused in the box with original reel case. Great reel. M. 120.00

 

55777aWinston.jpg (47987 bytes)             55777. WINSTON - R. L. 3-1/8". VINTAGE 3/4 MODEL FLY REEL. Ultra Scarce Collectible in the most difficult to find size. This is reel number 0098, one of the first 100 ever made circa55777bWinston.jpg (37779 bytes) 1990. Absolutely flawless execution and design based on the Bogdan style. The handle plate is fully vented as is the spool and the reel foot is also drilled to reduce weight. Sculptured S-shaped counter balanced handle. Machined from solid aluminum stock, the reel weighs only 5 ounces and takes a DT3/4/5 line and 100/75/40 yards backing and is RIGHT HAND WIND only.  (Can easily be changed to function correctly in Left Hand Wind, however S-Curve handle cannot be reversed, but this is of no performance consequence). Also featured an internally adjustable drag to set internal click tension. AS NEW in the original fitted hardwood box with EXTRA SPOOL and machined aluminum oil bottle. This one also includes the original factory paperwork E and the the original gold color cardboard box sleeve and gold embossed Winston green packaging over-sleeve. Phenomenal package. Phenomenal reel. Phenomenal investment potential in this as new condition reel, as these were made for only 2 years with a total of less than 500 made. The demand for these reels in mint, unmolested condition far exceeds the supply and they continue to appreciate in value.   M. $1750.00

 

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  55693. RARE VAN STAAL FLY REEL. 3.5". FR 35  SPAKENBERG. For a very short time, around 2000, Van Staal made a truly superior Salt Water Fly Reel. Very few were ever built and delivered of these first model reel. There were three sizes offered, this was the middle size. The other two models were the FR30 Elburg and the FR40 Zeeland. With capacity for a 7 to 9 weight line and 300 to 200 yards of backing respectively, a sealed Disk drag and a Ball-bearing heart, this is the consummate salt water fly reel. Easy left/right reversal and rim control feature too!   This is reel #00172.  It is believed there were less than a couple of hundred of these fine reels ever made, making them far scarcer than the Charlton and Wedding Cake Fin-Nor reels. Shortly after the Century turn, the company changed hands twice in succession and this reel was discontinued as it was too expensive to build. This reel appears unused and remains in mint condition. Comes in a soft neoprene case. Never used. M.     $1950.00.

 

55811. IMPOSSIBLY RARE WALKER SIZE NO. 1 TROUT REEL. 3". TROUT. Rare, unmarked, Arthur Walker Size No.1 German Silver and Hard Rubber Trout Reel. A circa 1950 reel, sold exclusively through William Mills & Sons retail store in New York City, with a 3” diameter and 7/8” wide spool, dished hard rubber head and tail plates in perfect condition and boasting nickel silver rims. With aluminum foot, removable tail plate end cap, spool with brass arbor and aluminum handle fitted with nickel silver counter weight and handle nut, in as new condition. With classic styling inspired by vom Hofe and Zwarg, this unmarked example is an investment quality reel of the first magnitude. This is the only reel of this type I've ever seen in 45 years of full time tackle work. N/M. 3500.00

 

55828. YOUNG - J.W. 4". RAPIDEX CASTING REEL. This early model Rapidex Reel was a very unusual Young copy of the Hardy Silex type casting reel with a unique anti-backlash adjustment on spool face. Double black handles. Narrow, contracted, quick-release spool for quick line retrieve and easy maintenance. Wear compensating spindle tension screw, a Young trademark feature. Right hand wind only. On-Off Click Check drag. . 99% original Grey finish and superb mechanically with everything working as it should including the strong on-off click check drag. Very unusual, very scarce, very collectible. N/M. $175.00

 

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