Paul Hermann Salmon Reel [SALE PENDING]

Paul Hermann Salmon Reel [SALE PENDING]A scarce Dr. Paul Hermann Salmon fly reel, 3 3 16" diameter and set up for LHW. Near mint condition with just a faint touch of cosmetic wear to the frame edges in a couple of spots but very clean overall. It could not have been fished much. Polished aluminum rims with black sideplates, all done in the classic S handle design. 1 1 4" spool width and the reel weighs 12 ounces on my scale. Serial number "116" which is stamped into the underside of the

The brushed aluminum tube with Leonard data sticker is in the best shape I have seen for a 50 year old rod

The original tapes were designated as follows –

The up-locking screw lock is black anodized aluminum and my own manufacture

smooth free-turning condition

2 3/4" diameter with a neutral bias drag

well-made fishing reel that everyone should own

Near mint condition with only the slightest signs of handling

It would polish up very nicely

very indicative of the late 60s/early 70s style-wise : ) No tube

The butt cap bears the Payne trademark stamp

) "Special Bass Bug Tournament" fly rod

just light scratches