Allcock’s Aerial 4 ½” Reel 11'6" At a diameter of 3

At a diameter of 3 1/8" the IV is a great all around reel for 5-7 weight lines

keep in mind what a wonderful presentation gift it would be to the ardent dry fly fisherman

and the action is medium fast with a slightly parabolic feel

The action is slower and with more feel than most modern graphite rods

The leaded finish sports a stunning bronze effect

Allcock’s Aerial 4 ½” Reel 11'6" At a diameter of 3An early example (1915 25) of Allcocks of Redditch famed Aerial reel. This is the model 7950 T3. A 12 spoke spool with caliper check, ventilated spool, hollow spindles and brass foot. Solid aluminium back plate with optional check. Xylonite handles may be replacements but they are in fine condition. The reel spins like a dream (over a minute without polishing and with basic gun oil) The most perfect spinning and casting reel ever invented John Holt