RL Winston Perfect Fly Reel 2 7/8" with Extra Spool

RL Winston Perfect Fly Reel 2 7/8" with Extra SpoolA nice RL Winston Perfect fly reel, 2 7 8" in diameter and set up for LHW (though switchable). Mint, unused condition. The reel also comes with a spare spool. These reels were made in England by Hardy. Dark green color with a nickel silver line guard affixed to one of the pillars. "Made in England" and "WP3101" stamped into the sides of the reel foot. A great model for the Winston aficionado, this would be excellent with your favorite Glenn Brackett

the 110th birthday of when the model was originally introduced in 1903 at the request of frenchman Louis Bouglé

and built for a #3 line

with a black delrin wafer screwed to the bottom of the pocket cap

For sale here is a solid 4 1/8" diameter Farlow's Grenaby Salmon reel

original burgundy cloth with gilt titles and gilt top edge

the rod is otherwise in very good shape

The other two show some wear but are perfectly functional and fishable

Mario's rods continue to delight and amaze me and this rod is a remarkable example of why he's considered one of the best rod makers in the world

The rod length actually measures 6' 3 5/8"

easy spool change and left-hand right hand conversion

The reel is set up for left hand retrieve but can be switched to right hand retrieve

Serial #3503