Ted Godfrey Classic Model 306 fly reel

Ted Godfrey Classic Model 306 fly reelFor sale here is a Ted Godfrey Classic fly reel Model 306 for a WF6 line and 50 yds of backing. Set up for left hand retrieve but can be switched to right. The reel's diameter is 3. 0". Frame width is 1. 3". Weighs 5. 5 oz. The Classic features a dependable click and pawl tension system, and a sweet run out song that is understood by experienced anglers. The reel has modern design with easy take down, easy spool change and left hand right hand

simply a loss of finish which you won't even see with new line and backing on the reel

For sale here is an Orvis CFO III fly reel

yet powerful tapers that are so widely used today using his understanding of engineering principles

5" western-style grip

and tool for spool removal

The cigar grip is 6 5/8" in length with only light soiling

Also of note is that the aluminum acorn cap on the bottom of the seat pulls out to reveal a nickel silver ferrule with which the fighting butt can be attached

His tapers have been tested and tweaked over the years as he states

Serial #67967

extra spools

which has a faint inscription reading "SLH Ward"

there is a small varnish crack under the top guide on one of the tips