Dingley Fly Reel 4 1/4" Caged Spool Fly Reel - with strap over tensioner 12' Phil -- "Fishing Reels -

Phil -- "Fishing Reels - Volume 1"

The wraps were replaced by Paul Fischer using the proper original thread type and CP resulting in a great match with the other wraps

It comes with its original tagged rod bag and labeled tube

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Dingley Fly Reel 4 1/4" Caged Spool Fly Reel - with strap over tensioner 12' Phil -- "Fishing Reels -For sale here is a rare and highly desirable 4 1 4 inch caged drum reel made by WH Dingley. Another fine example of Dingley's unique and varied check tensioner configurations. Rarely found strap over tensioner! Stamped internally D2. Also stamped 2 on the foot. Nicely blued caliper check spring. The reel retains most of its original lead finish. The ivorine handle is in excellent free spinning condition. The smooth brass (or perhaps nickel silver)