Abel No. 1 Fly Reel

Abel No. 1 Fly ReelFor sale here we have an Abel No. 1 fly reel. Reel is in excellent+ condition. With only minor wear on the reel foot and tiny scratches on rim being the only reason not considered mint. Made in USA. The drag is smooth and strong. Reel set up for RHW. Abel reels are known for their quality and craftsmanship. The reels are the perfect intersection of classic reel design with modern innovations. Reel weighs 9. 3 oz. with line and backing. Diameter 3 1

and handle arm

You'd be hard-pressed to find a similar reel in such pristine condition

The adjustable drag features almost zero start-up inertia and is maintenance free

In the late 1800s this size (4 3/8" diameter) was designated as 5/0 (became size 6/0 circa 1911)

pillar to pillar diameter is 2 5/8"

Includes the original bag and replacement vintage tube

You will not be disappointed with this one

For sale here is a Sweetgrass quad bamboo rod - 8 feet

The rod and bag are in completely original and mint condition

It's their "Test" model - 7'6" for a 4 weight line

There is a slight rip in the alloy of the butt cap and the whippings of the 2 sections don't match – but the Studlock joint fits correctly

The rod is in completely original and near mint condition