FE Thomas Special Bamboo Rod 8' 3/2 #3/4 Marc Aroner the reel operates as intended

the reel operates as intended but the drag in its "heavy" position isn't as strong as it once was

For sale here is a 4 1/4" Hardy Perfect 1912 Reproduction Limited Edition fly reel (the reel on the left in the photos)

For sale here is a very early Orvis CFO IV fly reel - the screwback model with three holes in the reel foot

Serial #844/33

Also included with the sale is a fine shearling-lined custom leather case that houses both

FE Thomas Special Bamboo Rod 8' 3/2 #3/4 Marc Aroner the reel operates as intendedFor sale here is a FE Thomas Special bamboo rod 8' 3 2 for a 3 4wt. Due to the weight of the rod, I think it is a "Fairy" model. All sections are full length. It appears someone began to restore the butt section (about 1 3 of the way up) but stopped. The intermediates are detached from most of that section that hasn't been messed with. The rest of the rod looks original. Grip is ridged. Ferrule fit is fine. Powerful medium action. Weighs 3. 55 oz. 9