Charlton 8550C Fly Reel with Tarpon Spool 8’5” There is a small chip

There is a small chip in the spacer just above the butt cap

The rod features an unsanded glass blank in the reddish-rust color characteristic of Steffen Bros

Stamped D4 on the frame

as well as the certificate of authenticity and engraved face plate for the display case with my consignor's name on it

A rather straight tapered cigar grip 5" in length

Charlton 8550C Fly Reel with Tarpon Spool 8’5” There is a small chipA superb Charlton 8550C fly reel with a tarpon spool. Set up for LHW. Mint condition, I could find no sign that this reel has ever been on a rod. 4 1 2" diameter with a 1 3 16" spool width. The capacity for this model is listed as WF 10 and 400 yards of 30 lb backing. Serial #8550 9797. The sealed carbon fiber disk drag is self adjusting and has over 9 square inches of surface area. Excellent all black type III hard anodizing except for the center