Here's a vintage Heddon #14 9' 6/7wt with a newer reel, circa maybe 1940. Like to find a Heddon Imperial to match the rod. My grandfather fished for steelhead in upper Michigan with it. This rod is original finish but two of the wraps have been rewound with original color thread and the cork handle cleaned. I have the original Heddon Automatic reel that he used with it but they are so heavy and a person really can't fight off the reel, so I believe they are out of favor. I did notice that you displayed several automatic reels with the Leonards and assume they are Leonard branded reels. Those Leonards are outstanding and I would love to see them in person.
I have a new, non vintage Jenkins 7'9" 4/5wt, 2/2 that I use with a trout reel made in New Hampshire.
Last edited by Bruce Day; 01-07-2010 at 07:36 PM..
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