J Austin Forbes Super Light Magnesium Fly Reel 7'2" The rod was purchased by

The rod was purchased by Paul Schmookler from Garrison in 1975

The serial # "4539" is lettered just below the carbide stripper

This reel is currently set up for RHW

Aluminum up-locking reel seat over a gorgeous Spanish cedar spacer

Good used condition with moderate cosmetic wear here and there

J Austin Forbes Super Light Magnesium Fly Reel 7'2" The rod was purchased byA J Austin Forbes Super Light Magnesium trout reel, 2 1 2" diameter and set up for RHW. The reel weighs a scant 2. 2 ounces on my scale, presumably due to the magnesium used to make it. Light indeed! The reel appears mint, with a dark charcoal frame and spool. Adjustable click drag. Made in Japan. It packs into a brown cordura pouch.