William Mills & Son 1966 Catalog 2-Piece makers" stamped on the slide

makers" stamped on the slide

Peter Alport to fund the development of this reel

Cigar grip appears to have been unhandled

The listed weight is 5 3/8 oz

Ferrules are swiss style with a collared male with knurl and are slightly truncated

William Mills & Son 1966 Catalog 2-Piece makers" stamped on the slide64 pages. Near fine condition. 1966 marks the Arthur C. Mills' year of retirement and passing of the torch to his son, Stephen W. Mills. This is noted in the opening letter to fellow sportsmen. Rods featured such as H. L. Leonard and Orvis bamboo, Leonard glass, Fenwick glass, et al. Reels featured such as Arthur Walker salmon reels, Leonard Mills Trout & Fairy, Hardy (Lightweight Series, Perfect, St. George, St. John), Pflueger, Alcedo & Quick