Fin-Nor #1 Fly Reel 8'1" Hermann made around 200 of

Hermann made around 200 of these reels in his lifetime and the quality of his work needs no introduction

The EC Powell style grip is in fine condition

with deep Catskill roots

For sale here is a quite rare Gary Howells bamboo rod -- 7'3" 2/2 3wt

Original ribbed brass foot that shows slight filing on the upper side of both ends of the foot

Fin-Nor #1 Fly Reel 8'1" Hermann made around 200 ofA nice Fin Nor #1 direct drive fly reel. 3" diameter with a spool width of 15 16. LHW. Excellent used condition with a few tiny marks on the rim but very clean overall. Hard to find in this condition for this model. The usual handsome gold color with silver foot and counterbalance. Fin Nor No. 1 and Since 1933 inscribed on the side of the frame. Comes in a green cordura non original pouch (it has an LL Bean patch on the outside).