Henschel Dual Mode #3 Reel 6'10" The usual Payne temper color

The usual Payne temper color and node placement

Needham was head of the Orvis rod building shop in the late 30's before leaving to build his own rods

Classic Garrison hook-keeper

Young Rod Co

Near mint used condition

Henschel Dual Mode #3 Reel 6'10" The usual Payne temper colorA Henschel Dual Mode #3 fly reel, 3. 81" diameter and set up for RHW. The reel weighs 15. 2 ounces with a line and backing loaded on it. Made in Germany. I believe this was machined from Titanium for extra corrosion resistance. Dual mode drag with porting on both sides and a "foot forward" design. Near mint condition with one small nick on the frame edge being the only sign of use that I could find. The drag is adjusted via a dial under the handle.