Heaton 2 1/2" Jardine Platewind Fly Reel HL Leonard built for a #4/5 line

built for a #4/5 line

Ferrules are size 13/64

Very smooth and powerful drag

Mildly tempered cane with cinnamon wraps and bright guides

Heaton 2 1/2" Jardine Platewind Fly Reel HL Leonard built for a #4/5 lineFor sale here is a very nice 2 1 2 Jardine patent brass and ebonite platewind trout fly reel from the late 1800s. The reel features a perforated winding plate, caged drum (Heaton patent), horn handle that spins freely, German silver rims, perforated bridge foot, triple cage pillars and fixed check mechanism. Excellent plus overall condition. The clicker sounds and works flawlessly and there's absolutely no rub while winding. This is a great fishing