Peerless Model 1 1/2 Reel

Peerless Model 1 1/2 ReelA nice Peerless 1 1 2 model trout reel, 2 7 8" in diameter. Set up for RHW. The reel weighs 4. 8 ounces on my scale. Mint, unused condition. Adjustable drag. Silver anodized frame with black anodized sideplates. The reel packs into an embossed leather Peerless pouch with the Peerless logo embossed on the top. A nice option for those looking for a classic s handle reel at a reasonable price.

Cigar grip appears to have been unhandled

For sale here is an impregnated Orvis "Wes Jordan" 8 1/2' 2/2 bamboo rod with a marked weight of 5 1/8 oz

One tip however has been broken about 4 1/2" from the top

The one issue being that one guide wrap is beginning to crack and will require a dap of varnish to secure it for years to come

The reel accommodates an 8wt line with ample backing

and two tip sections

Down-locking reel seat over a butternut spacer with a nickel silver butt cap

' Many people asked me for a longer version of the Perfectionist taper

Downlocking nickel silver pocket cap and ring reel seat over a handsome mortised burl wood spacer

Howells) and the other one is definitely original to the rod

Both sections are not entirely straight either

"My Rod are wrapping which is not sure so good