Charlton 8500 0.8 Signature Series Fly Reel 6' developed by him over fifty

developed by him over fifty years

War-time (WWII) era reel

The wood spacer is nicely varnished mahogany or spanish cedar

It doesn't disappoint

constructed with cork disc drags

Charlton 8500 0.8 Signature Series Fly Reel 6' developed by him over fiftyFor sale here is a Charlton 8500 Signature Series 0. 8 fly reel in excellent overall condition with normal wear. There is a ding in the anodizing on the drag plate as can be seen in the photos. Carbon fiber drag. Left hand retrieve. Serial number SS10298. The 0. 8 spool can fit a WF8+150 30# or a WF10+160 20#. Comes with its original cordura reel pouch. Known by anglers and collectors as the flagships products of the Charlton stand alone saltwater