Dutch Reels "Wilderness River" Fly Reel 6'3" Non original black crackle paint

Non original black crackle paint tube

Original bag and tube

The rod was restored at some time by a very competent practitioner

Payne-style cap and ring reel seat with a fine

Blackburn very skillfully learned the art of rod making under the tutelage of the great Tom Morgan

Dutch Reels "Wilderness River" Fly Reel 6'3" Non original black crackle paintFor sale here is a Dutch Reels "Wilderness River" limited edition fly reel in near mint condition (one ding on the frame edge likely from a drop). Made in Holland. Serial no. 34 of 75 reels made. Left hand retrieve. The spool detaches by pushing through from the back, a hidden O ring on the bearing case holds the spool in place. It has a purring click with a powerful adjustable drag. The Wilderness River is meant to be used in combination with fly