Ted Godfrey BiMetal Model 233 fly reel

Ted Godfrey BiMetal Model 233 fly reelFor sale here is a Ted Godfrey BiMetal fly reel Model 233 for a 3 weight line and backing. Set up for right hand retrieve but can be changed to left. This raised pillar model features a 2. 3" frame edge to edge diameter (2. 65" pillar edge to edge). Frame width of 1. 17". Weighs 5 3 8 oz. Made from nickel silver and bronze, the BiMetal features a single screw take down and the tried and true adjustable click pawl drag system. The reel was made in July

The rod is in excellent original condition having been cared for very well with only the slightest signs of use

which should be an easy task for any reel mechanic

The cork is only mildly soiled with a bit of light ridging

the female sleeves are jet black while the males are a magenta color

The full-wells grip is 6 1/2" in length with the plastic still on the grip

A letter of provenance from Ted Simroe detailing the origin of the rod will be included

"Texas General" 8 1/2' - 5

The size 17/64 ferrule fit is excellent

It has excellent accuracy with small flies and is at it's best with large dries and even streamers

Very good condition although it's missing its strap

Capacity: 20lb Dacron Backing: WF2+70 / WF3+60 / WF4+50

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