Bogdan Large Steelhead Fly Reel

Bogdan Large Steelhead Fly ReelA superb Bogdan large steelhead reel, 3 1 2" in diameter and set up for left hand wind. 1 5 32" spool width and weighing approximately 7. 5 ounces. Silver anodized rim and spool with black side plates. Mint condition, it has possibly been fitted to a reel seat but there is no sign of having been fished at all. Comes in a suede drawstring pouch. This reel might be the pinnacle of light salmon or steelhead reels and is perfect for a single hander or

The Swiss-style ferrules are size 14/64 with a nice fit

two sections with two tips for a five weight line

A very nice Bogdan model 150 salmon reel

Young's work which comes across in the handsome mottle-flamed tempering

1 oz and the action is medium fast to fast with a handsomely swelled butt

The ferrules are 11/64 and the ferrule fit is tight and excellent

including some tarnish on the base of the butt cap

The side-plates are polished ebonite

Robichaud Traditional Trout fly reel with fixed back cover

For sale here is a neat little publication -- "Just How to Begin" by A

All sections are full length with minor sets in both tips

Colorado Reels and Old Fishing Tackle: A Collector's Guide -- by Gary Carbaugh and Dick Spurr