Farlow 3 1/2" Grenaby Reel

Farlow 3 1/2" Grenaby ReelFor sale here is a classic reel from Farlow's a 3 1 2 inch Grenaby reel with lots of original leading remaining. Fixed check, nice and tight. I'm pretty sure this spring is not original to the reel and is a replacement. It is definitely a strong spring though. No wobble or other issues. This is a later reel, not made in Croydon in my opinion, but made by JW Young. No line grooves whatsoever pretty rare. Correct smooth brass foot attached with two

Very attractive red agate stripping guide

The butt cap bears the "Payne" trademark stamp

The rod is in excellent used condition with original bag and tube

although one of the replacement tips shows 2x2x2

all in near mint condition

Includes the original bag and fine leather tube

surely able to stand up to large trout seeking shelter

Serial #41034 made in 1965

The ferrules are also hand engraved

What makes this rod scarce is the fact that it was originally wrapped with Payne silks

Some of the silk wraps show their age

Selvyt reel bag