Billy Pate Tarpon Reel

Billy Pate Tarpon ReelA nice Billy Pate Tarpon Anti Reverse fly reel, 3 3 4" diameter and set up for LHW. Good used condition with some modest rim rash on the frame edge and light general cosmetic wear throughout, but the reel is in fine shape overall. Classic Anti Reverse design with a gold anodized frame and black anodized spool. The backplate has the Billy Pate writing in script with the tarpon model noted, along the script noting that the reel was made by Ted Juracsik.

and a tiny mark on the spacer from having a reel attached

A rare Hardy Bougle Lightweight I fly reel

Honey guide wraps with burgundy ferrule wraps

A beautiful Golden Drop (Kelson) classic Atlantic Salmon fly

Marked on the rear plate "B

which has some light reel foot impressions in it

The tube has a few small dents which do not affect its purpose

showing the Payne-style grip and two reel seat options

The vise features four positive locking angle adjustments for stable tying

The ferrules retain 100% of their original oxidation

especially for its age

Red and black tipping at the winding check