Bogdan Steelhead Reel

Bogdan Steelhead ReelA superb Bogdan steelhead reel, 3 1 4" diameter and set up for RHW. Mint untouched condition. The reel weighs 5. 7 ounces. Black anodized side plates, ventilated on the handle side. The frame and spool are anodized a light champagne color. Serpentine handle and counterbalance are polished silver aluminum. The reel comes in the original light brown leather drawstring bag. ***Please note that we are requesting that the buyer pay for this item via a

A great display piece

All sections are straight but regrettably the mid-section is 1 3/8" short (reset by Wes Jordan)

1 tip is 1/2" short and has an extensive overwrap below the third guide down from the tip

The click and pawl check is still very strong

For sale here is a RL Winston catalog from 1995

which is nicely blued and is fairly neutral so you could wind this one in either direction

Rear cork check has a "rope" knurl

Includes the original bag with label and tube with label 70% intact

Where else can you find a fishable original Bougle for this price

A nice Hardy Prince 7/8 fly reel and additional spare spool

Cap and ring seat

dark agate stripper