Charlton 8500 1.2 SS Fly Reel - LHW 7'8" The rod was then gifted

The rod was then gifted by Glenn Brackett to Don Meissner

All sections are full length and straight though there is a slight twist/set at the end of one tip

This was the last one he built for Rocky

The cap is stamped "W

An excellent Bogdan model 50 salmon reel

Charlton 8500 1.2 SS Fly Reel - LHW 7'8" The rod was then giftedFor sale here is a Charlton 8500 1. 2 SS Fly Reel in near mint condition. Left hand retrieve. A classic bluewater reel that is indestructible and a match for whatever you can throw its way! Designed for 10 12 wt lines. Catalog weight is 10 oz. Spots in the photos are grease or dust. "Pack your toughest rods." This reel ships from our UK office.