Dingley Fly Reel 4 1/2" Caged Spool AL Walker fiberglass fly rod from Fred

fiberglass fly rod from Fred Paddock

pale morning duns

Set up for right hand retrieve but can be converted

this one feels like a really nice fishing rod

Mechanically and cosmetically the reel

Dingley Fly Reel 4 1/2" Caged Spool AL Walker fiberglass fly rod from FredFor sale here is a rare and highly desirable 4 1 2 inch caged drum reel made by WH Dingley. Another fine example of Dingley's unique and varied check tensioner configurations. Rarely found strap over tensioner! Stamped internally D1. Also stamped 1 on the foot and one punch mark on the cog. Nicely blued caliper check spring. The reel retains most of its original lead finish. The ivorine handle is in excellent free spinning condition. The smooth brass