Bill Ballan JVH Perforated / Signature Series 3 1/8" 8'6" with a diameter of 2

with a diameter of 2 5/8" and spool width of 0

a line size down is best with these Orvis rods

Net bag needs to be replaced as there are a couple of holes in it (mouse got to it)

A delightful rod from a great maker who unfortunately is no longer with us

Stamped 7F on the butt cap

Bill Ballan JVH Perforated / Signature Series 3 1/8" 8'6" with a diameter of 2For sale here is a Bill Ballan Signature Series 3 1 8" fly reel with original pouch. As new condition. A highly perforated reel in the style of Julius Vom Hofe. Left or right hand retrieve. 3 4" spool width. Equal spring tension with a fairly light drag both directions which will protect light tippets. A very attractive reel and one of the finest Ballan reels I've ever come across.