Charles Farlow Brass Salmon Reel

Charles Farlow Brass Salmon ReelA nice Farlow's Patent Lever reel, 4 3 4" in diameter. 2" spool width. The makers info is engraved on the backplate which notes that this is Number 547. Large ebonite handle that spins freely. Long straight foot that measures 3 7 16" in length. The reel winds smoothly and the drag adjuster works as it should. Very clean overall with a wonderful patina and no issues that I could find anywhere. The reel also packs into a superb, original excellent

Serial #615

as it is not the section length)

An excellent Aroner Hunt Pattern Special Fly Rod

The rod packs into a bag and Leonard tube

The german silver rims are in fine shape as well

this one being number 10

The rod's finish and wraps also appear original

7 oz on my scale (with 10 wt line and backing)

Classic Powell full wells grip

John's work has appeared in many tying publications and this was when he was doing some of his best work

"published in a limited edition of 950 copies"

All the components came ready to put together from Orvis