Billy Pate Marlin Fly Reel 3-Piece Bound in full leather with

Bound in full leather with the title and decoration done in gilt on the spine

a particularly early and desirable period

The reel weighs 11 oz

Full wells grip with moderate soiling and very light ridging around the top edge of the grip

dark burl walnut cap and ring seat

Billy Pate Marlin Fly Reel 3-Piece Bound in full leather withFor sale here is a Billy Pate Marlin Anti Reverse Fly Reel. Near mint condition. Right hand retrieve. Serial no. 398. Made and assembled in the U. S. A. Frame Diameter 4 1 4". Spool width 1 1 4". Weight 23 1 2 oz. with the line and backing. Capacity is WF12 + 650 yds. Included is the original box and zippered reel case. The inner lining of the reel case has disintegrated but there are no tears.