Leonard Mills Model 50 Raised Pillar Fly Reel 6'9" Made in 1979 most likely

Made in 1979 most likely by Jack Young

for a #5 line

Some line whip marks near the stripping guide could use some attention

The reel seat spacer is a lovely burl walnut with cap and ring hardware

A unique reel in limited edition

Leonard Mills Model 50 Raised Pillar Fly Reel 6'9" Made in 1979 most likelyFor sale is a Leonard Mills Model 50 raised pillar fly reel with ebonite sideplates. Excellent plus original condition. 3 inch diameter including pillars. The nickel silver foot is unmolested. No cracks exist in the hard rubber. Early Leonard patent stamp clearly visible on the headplate. The reel winds properly and has a neutral retrieve bias, so can be fished right or left hand retrieve with an adequate amount of spring tension either way. This is a