Monarch/Saracione M35 Lefty Kreh Special Fly Reel

Monarch/Saracione M35 Lefty Kreh Special Fly ReelA nice early Saracione Monarch Lefty Kreh Special M35 fly reel, 3. 5" in diameter and set up for LHW. The reel weighs 12. 3 ounces with backing loaded on it. Good used condition with cosmetic wear throughout and one dent in the frame edge in one place, but the reel is mechanically sound and ready for plenty more action. "Ser. No. 0072" stamped on the side of the foot. "Full range drag adjustment knob that tightens up the cork drag. Brushed aluminum

The bag measures 13" x 6" x 4" - perfect size for a couple reels

The weight of the rod is 3

Quarterbound in blue leather with blue cloth

and built for a #9 line

The grip has soiling indicating moderate use but the rod remains in excellent

A nice example of a fine early salmon reel that's ready for more years of service

which Dana himself makes

This is noted in the opening letter to fellow sportsmen

Grey anodized finish

Summers Model 735 7'3" 2-piece

Comes with the original red reel pouch (not pictured)

a nice touch