Bill Ballan Leonard Model 44 Fly Reel 6'8" Edwards bamboo rod

Edwards bamboo rod

there is a slight bend to the bottom guide on the mid-section and one on the tip

There is some minor soiling and erosion of the grip near the hood (pictured)

The reel is set up for right hand retrieve and is in excellent+ used condition with a minor scuff on the spool rim

Excellent+ condition

Bill Ballan Leonard Model 44 Fly Reel 6'8" Edwards bamboo rodFor sale here is a Bill Ballan fly reel, his Leonard Model 44 replica with a rarely seen ported spool and brass accents. The reel is in near mint condition though there is a small area of wear the end of the reel foot. Strong fixed check. Right hand wind. 2 1 2" diameter pillar to pillar, 3 4" spool width with a weight of 4. 10 oz. For lines up to a DT3. Includes original Ballan embossed leather pouch. One of the finest Ballan reel I've come across.