David Slater 4 1/4" Brass/Ebonite Fly Reel - J. Bernard and Son 7'4" The Traveler model rod was

The Traveler model rod was the first of its kind to be intended especially for the traveling

and catalog photocopies with illustrations and details of fly patterns one could order

These are extremely hard to find in very fine and original condition

weight with backing is 11

Honey main wraps

David Slater 4 1/4" Brass/Ebonite Fly Reel - J. Bernard and Son 7'4" The Traveler model rod wasFor sale here is a scarce example of an early brass and ebonite reel made by David Slater and retailed by stamped J Bernard and Son. Diameter is 4 1 4". Spool width is 1. 6". I took the reel apart and found this reel to be in spectacular condition. Caliper check works perfectly and the pawl and gear teeth still retain their sharpness. No wobble or rub on the spool. Reel foot is 3. 4" long. Reel weighs 24oz but this includes the full size silk line