Ted Godfrey BiMetal Model 50 fly reel

Ted Godfrey BiMetal Model 50 fly reelFor sale here is a Ted Godfrey BiMetal fly reel Model 50 for a DT5 plus 25 yds of 20# backing. This raised pillar model features a 2. 5" frame diameter and a frame width of 1. 3". Weight 5. 6 oz. Made from nickel silver and bronze, the BiMetal features a single screw take down and the tried and true adjustable click pawl drag system. The reel was made in 2012 and remains in excellent condition. The reel comes with its original reel pouch and

No invisible wraps or hook digs

The rod features lovely moderately tempered cane with green (similar to Granger green) wraps and black tipping

The frame is in mint condition

He also made bamboo rod building supplies and reels at one time

Frame width 1 13/16"

He has owned close to 200 rods over the past 25 years and has only kept the very best in terms of condition and build quality

the reel is free of any cracks

The female ferrule also features a brass band to aid in strength

For sale here is a Payne catalog from the 1930's

3 3/8" frame diameter

Interior dimensions: 5" height x 5" width x 2" depth

Aluminum handle