Bill Ballan 2 1/2" Wide Spool Fly Reel 6'4" Includes original bag and brown

Includes original bag and brown powder coated tube with label and brass fittings

This is a post Julius Vom Hofe era reel

The second tip was made at a later date and is noticeably lighter in color and roughly the same taper

serial #A521

The blank is light-colored varnished bamboo

Bill Ballan 2 1/2" Wide Spool Fly Reel 6'4" Includes original bag and brownFor sale here is a Bill Ballan Fly Reel excellent condition. Made in the USA. Set up for LHW. 2 1 2" diameter, 1 5 16" spool width. Weighs 5. 30 oz with line and backing. This is a great reel for little brookies. Suitable for a 3 4 weight rod. Gives a classic look and balance to cane rods. Line and original Bill Ballan reel case included. Please search our entire inventory of fine classic vintage fishing tackle online at Vintage Fly Tackle.