Bill Ballan Leonard Model 44 Fly Reel 8'10" and possessing the backbone required

and possessing the backbone required to toss flies a long distance if needed

Impregnated browntone cane with deep plum colored silks and amber

Near fine condition

This reel is in excellent condition and a fine example of the reel

Includes original green bag and tube

Bill Ballan Leonard Model 44 Fly Reel 8'10" and possessing the backbone requiredFor sale here is a Bill Ballan Fly Reel Leonard Model 44 replica excellent condition. There is what appears to be white paint on the underside of the reel foot with WF2 written on it. This could easily be removed. Light spring, right hand bias but can be used LHW also. 2 1 2" diameter pillar to pillar, 3 4" width. For lines up to a 3wt. Weighs 4 3 8 oz. Includes original Bill Ballan reel bag.