Dutch Reels "Wilderness River" Fly Reel 6'3" Black anodized tube with brass

Black anodized tube with brass top

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

Blackburn very skillfully learned the art of rod making under the tutelage of the great Tom Morgan

Payne-style cap and ring reel seat with a fine

A Sharpes "The Aberdeen" two-handed spliced joint rod

Dutch Reels "Wilderness River" Fly Reel 6'3" Black anodized tube with brassFor sale here is a Dutch Reels "Wilderness River" limited edition fly reel in near mint condition (one ding on the frame edge likely from a drop). Made in Holland. Serial no. 34 of 75 reels made. Left hand retrieve. The spool detaches by pushing through from the back, a hidden O ring on the bearing case holds the spool in place. It has a purring click with a powerful adjustable drag. The Wilderness River is meant to be used in combination with fly