ZYZ Classic  “Black & Gold” ~ 2 5/8" ~ RHW/LHW ~ New ~ This vintage-look reel from ZhuChin is crafted from 6061 bar stock aluminum and features a maintenance free black anodized finish with ventilated spool, gold bands, ported 2-screw gold foot, silver counter-balanced serpentine S-handle with black knob, and smooth working two-way, click and pawl mechanics.  It has a slight bias for RHW but is designed for 2-way use.  It comes stored in a soft lined L.L. Bean cotton and leather zip case. The classic-look is perfect match for any fly rod, but look especially nice bamboo. I don’t this this reel has ever been lined. $125

Fin Nor No. 1 ~ 2 7/8” ~ LHW ~ EXC- (exception noted) ~ This quality made anti-reverse classic with conical back plate is the perfect reel for bonefish, permit or salmon. It features an attractive gold finish, black dual handle crank with positive grip drag centrally located on the crank assembly and 2-screw smooth silver foot. The reel has a few dings and surface scratches. It comes with a labeled neo case. A light knock can be heard on retrieve. These silky smooth reels are highly regarded world-wide. Priced to allow for reel maintenance, if desired. $195

ZYZ Classic “Raised Pillar” ~ 2 7/8" ~ LHW/RHW ~ New ~ This vintage-look reel from ZhuChin is crafted from 6061 bar stock aluminum and features a maintenance free black anodized finish, silver bands and pillars, silver half-handle crank with black knob, 2-screw silver foot, and two-way, click and pawl mechanics.  It has a slight bias for LHW but is designed for 2-way use.  It comes stored in a soft lined L.L. Bean cotton and leather zip case. The traditional look is perfect match for any fly rod, but look especially nice bamboo. I don’t this this reel has ever been lined. $99

Hawthorne 60-6430 ~ 3” ~ LHW/RHW ~ EXC- ~  This reel was made for Montgomery Ward and features a black frame, solid silver spool, ivorine bakelite handle, silver on/off clicker knob, 2-screw silver reversible line guard, and smooth working single action mechanics.  The reel can be used as  LHW or RHW.  The line guard is presently set up in the LHW position.  This affordably priced classic and proudly made in the USA. $39

L.L. Bean Pocket Water ~ 3” ~ LHW/RHW ~ As New ~ This simple and reliable offering was machined from 6000-series barstock aluminum and feature an attractive gray anodized finish designed to withstand the elements and typical wear, ventilated frame and spool, black 2-screw latch plate cover, ported foot, black winding knob with a black counterbalance pin, and smooth dual pawl and spring drag system that closely mirrors the Hardy Lightweight series reels .  It is currently set up for LHW (can be converted to RHW) and comes stored in its original black string satchel  The original box and paper manual are also included.  I don’t think this reel has seen the water. $75

L.L. Bean Pocket Water ~ 3” ~ LHW/RHW ~ As New ~ This simple and reliable offering was machined from 6000-series barstock aluminum and feature an attractive gray anodized finish designed to withstand the elements and typical wear, ventilated frame and spool, ported foot, black 2-screw latch plate cover, black winding knob with a black counterbalance pin, and smooth dual pawl and spring drag system that closely mirrors the Hardy Lightweight series reels.  It is currently set up for RHW (can be converted to LHW) and comes loaded with new SA Mastery WF-5 line and is stored in a white soft cloth bag.  An unmarked white box is also included.  I don’t think this reel has seen the water. $99

Hardy Perfect Wide Spool ~ 3 1/8” ~ LHW/RHW ~ As New ~ ~ The first Perfect reel was introduced c. 1889 and well over a century later, it is still regarded as one of the finest reel designs in the world. The Hardy Perfect has long been cherished by collectors and are highly valued by anglers looking for a reel that offers traditional craftsmanship, simplicity, and performance. It features an attractive gunmetal grey finish, rim-mounted silver drag tensioner screw, ventilated spool, straight 2-screw silver foot and brown handle. The reel comes with the original sheepskin-lined black leather zippered case (sheepskin looks almost unused) with embossed Hardy name, original box, manual, and blank warranty card. It is presently set up for LHW and is easily reversible to RHW. The silky smooth drag system gives that indelible Hardy Perfect purr on retrieve. This superb reel was lightly fished (if you look hard enough you can find a tiny nick or two) but was obviously well-cared for and will surely be an elegant compliment to your favorite fly rod. Retails for $675. Wanna save a C-note? $595 $550

Martin 65 and 2 Extra Spools ~ 3 1/4” ~ RHW/LHW ~ EXC+ ~  This sweet looking reel from Mohawk, NY features a black reinforced aluminum frame, ventilated silver spool, 2-screw silver latch plate cover, smooth silver foot, black handle on an alloy post,  metal on/off clicker knob, and smooth working single action mechanics that can be used as RHW or LHW.  It is presently set up for RHW and comes loaded with an Orvis Buckskin WF-5 line.  Neither extra spool is lined.  The reel has seen very light use and the extra spools do not appear to have ever been lined.  The reel comes with a white soft cloth bag and original box with manual.  Each spool comes with their original box.  This affordably priced reel with its 2 extra spool gives plenty of options that should cover most fishing situation. $75

Orvis Access III Mid Arbor Spool ~ 3 1/4" ~ As New ~ Features the attractive black nickel finish and comes stored in its original Orvis pull string satchel and box. $39

Orvis Battenkill II Large Arbor ~ 3 1/4” ~ LHW/RHW ~ As New ~ This lightweight Orvis large arbor is machined from 6061 aircraft bar stock and is widely regarded as one of the best values out there . It features an attractive gold finish, ventilated frame and spool, gold foot, positive grip black winding knob on an alloy post with a silver counterbalance pin, and a silky smooth center line drag system with centrally located large drag adjuster knob.  It is currently set up for RHW and can be converted to LHW.  The reel comes loaded with a new Hardy Marksman WF-5 line and is stored in its original Orvis labeled zip case.  The original box and manual are also included. I don’t think this reel has seen the water. $150

Seamaster Mark II Dual Mode ~ 3 1/4” ~ RHW ~ As New ~ The inspiration for these phenomenal reels was born in the 1950s in Bob McChristian’s Capt. Mack's Tackle Shack in Miami, Florida. By the 1960s, Seamaster fly reels were (and still are) considered to be among the finest salt water fly reels ever produced. The remain highly sought by salt water fly fishing aficionados world-wide. This classic reel features an attractive gold anodized frame with conical back purposefully designed for use in the salt, solid black perfectly balanced spool, powerful and silky smooth industry best drag with strategically placed positive grip coin-edged drag adjustment, dual exotic wood knobs and 2 screw smooth gold foot. The original owner’s name is engraved on the face of the drag adjustment. Seamaster reels are renowned for their dual mode system (patented in 1987) which enables the crank to stay in place and not go backwards upon line pay and would engage upon line retrieve. The reel comes with its original leather satchel, operation and reel care paperwork. This apparently unused reel, proudly made in the USA, is superb in every way. $1,295 $795

Hardy Bros. “The Uniqua” ~ 3 1/2” ~ RHW ~ EXC ~ This early English-built classic from Hardy Bros. LTD comes in the desirable 3 1/2” size and features attractive gray finish with straight line writing on the back, 2-screw silver “telephone” quick release latch, brown ebonite handle, dual rivetted ribbed brass foot, smooth and tight dual spring and pawl mechanics that purr like a kitten, and a wonderful leaded patina. The reel is internally stamped TW and comes loaded with a silk line (type/wt unknown) and stored in a pull string satchel. This classic reel will compliment your favorite bamboo (or any vintage rod for that matter) nicely! $295

Pflueger Trion 1978 & Extra Spool ~ 3 1/2” ~ LHW/RHW ~ EXC+ ~ This reel from the nearly 150 year old fishing tackle purveyor features a silver machined aluminum ventilated frame, ventilated spool with counter-balance pin, 2-screw quick release latch plate cover, centrally-located machined aluminum drag adjuster, large rosewood handle and stainless steel one way clutch bearing presently set up for RHW, and is reversible to LHW.  The reel comes loaded with a newish SA Mastery WF-7 and is stored in its original labeled reel bag and box with manual.  The extra spool is loaded with new Cortland 333HT WF-7 F/S sink tip line and is stored in a white soft cloth bag.  This reel retailed for $90.  Get this with line and with lined extra spool for… $95

Pflueger Medalist No. 1495 ~ 3 5/8” ~ RHW ~ EXC ~ The classic design on of the Medalist can be seen on fly rods worldwide. It features a classic black ventilated frame, silver-trimmed black ventilated spool, 2-screw ivorine latch cap, rim-mounted ivorine drag adjuster and knob, 2-screw foot,  diamolite line guard and is mechanically smooth and tight with a silky smooth retrieve that sings that hallmark Pflueger song.  There is light paint loss and rim wear, much less typically seen on this model.  It comes loaded with #7 level sinking line and stored in its original box. This is a super example of a the No. 1495 and a really nice find for the Pflueger enthusiast. $75

Able 3N ~ 3 3/4” ~ RHW ~ Serial No. 7372 ~ EXC+ ~ This high-quality big game reel features the stain black finish, ventilated spool and ported back, 2-screw foot, exotic wood handle, and silky-smooth mechanics with a wide range drag adjuster strategically located at the center of the back. A foremer owner new is tastefully engraved into the back It is presently set up for RHW and comes in it green Able-labeled case. This reel is recently back from Able after being cleaned, lubed and receiving new pawl springs. It’s about as fine-tuned as you can get without being brand new. $295

STH 3 MR-POP ~ 3 3/4” ~ RHW/LHW ~ EXC+ ~ This reel from the famous Argentina maker features an injection molded steel matte black finished ventilated frame and spool, 2-screw foot, 2-screw quick-release latch plate cover, a silky-smooth cork and brass full disc drag, black tensioner screw with positive grip knurled edges centrally located on the back plate, impregnated wood handle, and the functionality of the POP Cassette system. There is virtually no wear or obvious signs of use on the frame, rim and spool and light wear on the foot.  This reversible reel is presently set up for RHW and comes loaded with RIO Windcutter WF 6/7/8 line in EXC condition and stored in a white soft cloth bag. $95

STH 3 MR-POP & 7 Extra Cassettes ~ 3 3/4” ~ RHW/LHW ~ EXC+ ~ This reel from the famous Argentina maker features an injection molded steel matte black finished ventilated frame and spool, 2-screw foot, 2-screw quick-release latch plate cover, a silky-smooth cork and brass full disc drag, black tensioner screw with positive grip knurled edges centrally located on the back plate, impregnated wood handle, and the functionality of the POP Cassette system. There is virtually no wear or obvious signs of use on the frame, rim and spool and light wear on the foot.  This reversible reel is presently set up for RHW and comes loaded with Cortland 333HT WF-9 Saltwater line and stored in a white soft cloth bag with original box and manual.  The extra cassettes are loaded with a sink tip line (unknown type/wt.), SA Ultra 4 WF-10 Bass, Cortland 333HT WF-8. WF-9S (extra fast sink), Cortland333 HT WF-8 F/S Sink Tip, Cortland 333HT WF-9 Saltwater and Climax WF-10 F/I Sink Tip line, all in EXC condition. $295