Leonard Bimetal Trout Fly Reel

Leonard Bimetal Trout Fly ReelFor sale here is a scarce Leonard Bimetal trout size fly reel made by Julius Vom Hofe. Clearly marked "H. L. Leonard Pat. No 191813". Constructed with a bronze frame, nickel silver foot, handle arm, and aluminum spool. The pillar to pillar diameter is ~2. 58" (without pillars it is ~2. 22"). The inner frame width is 1" with a dished spool. Weight 4. 95 oz. This is the third and final version of the classic Leonard bimetal trout reel. Ebonite handle

providing solid tension should one desire

and are set up for right hand wind

Diameter: 2 5/8"

No case for the extra spool

with a more medium action as compared to the slightly heavier Model 101 which was a faster action rod

The keeper wrap has an extra band of yellow and a band of a darker red

deep black Type III anodized finish with matte reliefs

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250 yards of backing with several loop heads and a spare Rio 8/9 Mid Spey line (not pictured here)

nice and tight

Includes original tan cloth bag and brass-capped aluminum tube