Joe Saracione Pre-Deluxe II 2 3/4" Wide Fly Reel 9' the name of the American

the name of the American Dipper bird beloved by John Muir

and especially the disc drag models

Maker" and "193" stamped into the underside next to the foot

and 4 flats right "3865  #688"

For sale here is a stunning VR Design titanium fly reel - the Supermarine Spitfire 3/1 model

Joe Saracione Pre-Deluxe II 2 3/4" Wide Fly Reel 9' the name of the AmericanFor sale here is a stunning limited edition 2 3 4" wide drum fly reel handmade by Joe Saracione. These reels preceded the introduction of the Deluxe II models and there were only 10 of each reels made, originally offered as narrow and wide drum sets of three. The sizes in these sets were 2 3 4", 3", and 3 1 4". Unused condition. Right hand retrieve but can be converted to left by Joe. Serial #005. These fine bench made reels have nickel silver rings