Saracione Monarch M32 DD Fly Reel

Saracione Monarch M32 DD Fly ReelA nice early Saracione Monarch M32 direct drive fly reel, 3. 2" diameter and set up for LHW. There is backing loaded on the reel but I could find no sign that the reel has been used, there aren't even any marks on the reel foot indicating that it has been mounted on a rod. "Ser. No. 0313" stamped on the side of the foot. Full range drag adjustment knob that tightens up the cork drag. Brushed aluminum frame. Saltwater resistant. The reel weighs 11

The 1912 pattern check is thought by many to be the most attractive of all the many different styles of check fitted to the Perfect reel

with the backing included on the PEI spool

All sections are straight and ferrule fits are good

Model number 257F6

An uncommon item

For sale here is a Fraser Perfect-style 3 1/8" fly reel

Excellent used condition with some wear marks here and there though nothing substantial

Hard anodized hardware

but still with a very positive action

2) Other cork disc drags on the market use a similar technique

The protective rim and frame are polished aluminum along with the spool

Or you could have a blast with some panfish