Joe Saracione Deluxe II 3" fly reel

Joe Saracione Deluxe II 3" fly reelFor sale here is a 3" Saracione Deluxe II fly reel in mint unused condition. Left hand retrieve. Serial #201. These bench made reels have german silver protective side bands. Sideplates are hard rubber with an attractive glossy finish. Artfully bolstered cross pillars are german silver, as are the counter balance, winding arm washer cup, and knurled oil cap. Comes with original box, Arne Mason leather reel case, and warranty card. Additional

smooth and precise

This is a rare early model in this length and configuration

which Hardy made starting in 1911 and which was itself inspired by the well-known tournament put on by the Casting Club of France (of which Louis Bougle was a founder and at which many renowned anglers of the day competed for accuracy and distance casting)

The Swiss-style ferrules are size 12/64 with a great fit

The nickel silver pocket cap is stamped " The H

The style of the tube is very similar to that of the Orvis "Wes Jordan" tubes with carrying strap

Currently set up for right hand retrieve but can be switched to left for a small fee

Capacity is WF12F+200 yds 20#

they have developed some sort of tarnish on both counterbalances

including a custom steel toggle

Balling and ended up supplying one his stamped oil caps

This reel carries the Sep 2