Orvis 1874 Trout Fly Reel - Reproduction 8'6' There is an interesting article

There is an interesting article warning anglers to conserve weight (reel and reel seat hardware) behind the casting hand rounding out the initial four

He made a few reels for himself and gave a few as gifts to selected friends

With this sale comes slightly redacted provenance documents and photo files (to be sent via email) that document their relationship

Comes with original white and red vinyl Hardy reel case and original box

From back cover: Jack Dennis' Western Trout Fly Tying Manual- Volume II was first published in 1980

Orvis 1874 Trout Fly Reel - Reproduction 8'6' There is an interesting articleFor sale here is a 1990's reproduction of the rare C. F. Orvis 1874 Trout Reel. The reel is marked C. F. Orvis Maker, Patented Manchester, VT. Ventilated narrow spool. The diameter is 2 7 8". Mint unfished.