Ted Godfrey Classic Model 274 Fly Reel

Ted Godfrey Classic Model 274 Fly ReelFor sale here is a Ted Godfrey Classic Model 274 fly reel. 2 3 4" diameter. 1. 3" frame width. Capacity DT4+25yds. Left hand retrieve but reversible to right if desired. Reel weighs 5 oz. Mint condition. Nickel silver counterbalance, rims, pillars, drag plate and arm, screws. Aluminum foot and handle arm. Comes with original zippered suede case and paperwork. From Ted's website: Now in production for twelve years, the Classics have become the pinnacle

The only signs of use I could find were one minor corner ding and two almost microscopic pits - this reel is in excellent shape overall

Although this doesn't affect its use or ability to tightly secure a reel in any way

There is a small blemish on the rim of the butt cap

He hand turns his high-quality hardware fittings

Comes with original rod bag and hang tag

Original tube with its cap missing

It is 4" in diameter with a 1

black tipping

Serial number indicates an approximate 1973 manufacture date

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