Jardine Patent Brass/Ebonite Fly Reel 2 1/2" 11' As Joe states

As Joe states

The action is a wonderfully smooth and crisp medium-fast

Quarter maroon leather and red cloth with gilt spine titles & decoration

It has a wider working temperature than any other plastic

Jardine Patent Brass/Ebonite Fly Reel 2 1/2" 11' As Joe statesFor sale here is a scarce 2 1 2 Jardine patent brass and ebonite trout fly reel from the late 1800s. The reel features a perforated winding plate, caged drum (Heaton patent), horn handle that spins freely, German silver rims, perforated bridge foot, triple cage pillars and fixed check mechanism. Excellent plus overall condition. Minor line burns exist on one pillar. The clicker sounds and works flawlessly and there's absolutely no rub while winding.