Joe Janciuras Bogdan-Style Prototype 3 1/4" 13' There is a very minor

There is a very minor spot of oxidization on the ring near the reel foot though this can easily be polished out

and cap and ring

Clean varnish

Capacity is WF12F plus 300yds 30# backing

An unusual rod in this line weight and with the slide band seat

Joe Janciuras Bogdan-Style Prototype 3 1/4" 13' There is a very minorFor sale here is a prototype reel made by one of the best American reel makers in history, Joe Janciuras. This reel came from a friend of the family and this is the only one of its kind known to exist. A very early reel in Joe's esteemed reel making career. The reel was bought directly from Joe's son in law in Rochester, NY where Joe's shop was when he was making reels. The following is the description from Joe's son in law: This is a Stan Bogdan type