DL Robichaud Traditional Trout Reel 3"

DL Robichaud Traditional Trout Reel 3"For sale here is a D. L. Robichaud #5 Traditional Trout fly reel with removable back cover. This spool removal method is very easy and a very nice feature with these reels. In the once crowded field of classic S handle styled reels being made, I have to admit that these Robichauds are my absolute favorite choice, given their cost to quality ratio. This one is Model #5. Mint condition. Right hand retrieve only. Traditional fixed click pawl. Made to

Art Warner's personal mailing label on the back

Bright nickel silver screw-lock reel seat that reads "Special Tournament" on the backside of the spacer

Built on a dark green sanded blank with jet black wraps and bright emerald green tipping

Weight is 10 oz

This is Tom's very popular eight foot model for a four weight line

but the consignor wishes to sell it quickly

The ebonite handle grasp had a small chip in it that was filled in - a well done and very minor repair

ready and waiting for long casts to rising trout

Width (inner) 1 1/8"

Smooth action on the medium side of medium-fast

Fly line: 5

Blued hardware throughout