Joe Janciuras Bogdan-Style Prototype 3 1/4" 7'10" The faceplates are in great

The faceplates are in great shape

Blacker's influence on salmon fly tying (and tying in general) can't be overstated as he was one of the first to usher in clear instruction and the introduction of rare materials to the art of dressing salmon flies

2-tip rod for a #6 line

Infrequently coming to market in this condition

Golden tan wraps edged in red at the ferrues

Joe Janciuras Bogdan-Style Prototype 3 1/4" 7'10" The faceplates are in greatFor sale here is a prototype reel made by one of the best American reel makers in history, Joe Janciuras. This reel came from a friend of the family and this is the only one of its kind known to exist. A very early reel in Joe's esteemed reel making career. The reel was bought directly from Joe's son in law in Rochester, NY where Joe's shop was when he was making reels. The following is the description from Joe's son in law: This is a Stan Bogdan type