Scientific Anglers 50th Anniversary Fly Reel 3 Weight Eight pillars on the inside

Eight pillars on the inside of the spool form a cage around the drag mechanism to protect it from the line

The pewter oxidation at the ferrules has no sign of any wear

A slight bend in the foot and a few spots of corrosion are the only faults

The rod is in near mint condition showing only very light wear

This in no way affects usage or action

Scientific Anglers 50th Anniversary Fly Reel 3 Weight Eight pillars on the insideFor sale here is a Scientific Anglers 50th Anniversary Fly Reel. Made by Hardy Bros. in England. Mint condition. Comes with presentation box and fly line in new condition. Serial number 0508 out of 1000 reels made.