Farlow 3 3/4" Heyworth Fly Reel

Farlow 3 3/4" Heyworth Fly ReelFor sale here is a very nice reel from Farlow's a 3 3 4 inch Heyworth reel with lots of original leading remaining. Adjustable semi silent check check out the photos. Not a super tight drag but enough to prevent overrun. No wobble or other issues. This is a later reel, not made in Croydon, but made by JW Young for Farlow's after WWII. No line grooves whatsoever. Correct smooth brass foot attached with three screws. Handle spins freely. Reel weighs 9

The rods actual weight is 2

Cigar grip appears to have been unhandled

Grip was left as is and is uncleaned and unsanded

This color is very similar to the beige shade used on older Winston rods

The length of the rod allows for great mending and line control

For sale here is an Arne Mason leather reel case made to fit smaller trout reels

bright ferrules and guides

Silver spool with a gold frame and arm

Jack Howell - "The Lovely Reed"

8'6" 3-piece and 2-tip for a #5 line

The drag tension is adjusted via a 10-position lever mounted on the back plate

The rod features a moderately dark tempered cane finish with scarlet wraps and black tipping