Gillum, H.S. (Pinky) - 1951 Mancini Trophy Ephemera 7'7" fly reel - 1998 Limited

fly reel - 1998 Limited Edition Reproduction

This one is an early model denoted by its mylar under wraps

Fine working condition

and dovetail corners

An absolutely gorgeous rod in near mint condition

Gillum, H.S. (Pinky) - 1951 Mancini Trophy Ephemera 7'7" fly reel - 1998 LimitedFor sale here is a historically fascinating ephemera collection involving legendary bamboo rodmaker H. S. Gillum. 1) A photograph of Gillum's 34 lb. Margaree salmon taken with a Gray Ghost in 1951. This won him the Mancini Trophy for the largest salmon taken in Cape Breton waters that year. 2) Original newspaper clippings regarding same, noting the award, Mr. Gillum's ardent support of Cape Breton waters, and his donation of two of his handmade bamboo