Abel No. 3N Fly Reel

Abel No. 3N Fly ReelFor sale here is an Abel No. 3N fly reel. Mint condition. Made in USA. The cork drag is smooth and strong. Left hand retrieve only. Weighs 8. 1 oz. Diameter: 3 3 4". Serial no. 3634. Includes original reel pouch, box, literature, spare small parts, and spare cork disc. Capacity: WF7 + 275 20# WF8 + 250 20#

Arguably the perfect all around trout rod

It is a testament to Norm's skill that his reels are so highly prized

but I don't see any signs that it has ever been fished

Includes what may or may not be the original bag and original tube with label 85% remaining

Canada by Norm McDonald and Perkins tried without success to get McDonald to make reels for the Orvis company's special clients

Flawless varnish

For sale here is a Jim Hidy hollow-built bamboo rod - 8'6" 3/3 5wt

Minor marks exist on the rims and foot from limited fishing use

The reel shows just the slightest wear on the rim of the frame

The male ferrules are tipped with a pale gold as wells as chestnut

An HL Leonard 39H Fly rod

The rod features beautifully flamed and pumpkin toned cane with crimson silks and gold tipping