J.W. Young Allcock's Marvel 3" Fly Reel 8'1" All in separate marked Bergman

All in separate marked Bergman packaging

part of a limited edition set commissioned by Dave which Joe built in the 1990's

The soft varnish was removed and the rod re-conditioned by John Bradford in February of 1994

The rod is nicely balanced weighing in at a lean 3

J.W. Young Allcock's Marvel 3" Fly Reel 8'1" All in separate marked BergmanFor sale here is a J. W. Young Pattern 5 fly reel, retailed by S. Allcock & Co. Ltd. they called it "The Marvel". 3 inch diameter. Made in the 1930s. Right hand retrieve, quick release button latch spool mechanism, leaded finish, bright line guide, finely preserved handle grasp, rim mounted tension adjuster. Simple click pawl operation. Excellent+ overall condition. 3 4" spool width. It weighs 5 3 4 oz. The smooth brass foot is 2 3 8 long with no