Abel #3N Fly Reel 7’5” Makers" logo stamp

Makers" logo stamp

The reel is in mint condition with the original factory stickers still in place

someone has drawn a Catskill-style dry fly in black ballpoint pen

A very well made rod with no seams

the rod sports oxidized Halstead ferrules (the same ferrules used on Payne rods and one of the best ferrule designs ever created)

Abel #3N Fly Reel 7’5” Makers" logo stampAn Abel No. 3N fly reel, 3 3 4" diameter and set up for RHW. Light gold anodized frame and spool with a black drag adjuster and foot. Good used condition with some moderate rim rash on the frame edges but the reel is fine mechanically and ready for plenty more action. Serial "7099" stamped on the side of the foot. The cork drag is smooth and strong. The reel is loaded with a line and weighs 10. 7 ounces. The reel packs into a teal Abel cordura pouch.