William Olson early "Springer Special" fly reel EF Payne Rod Company The action is semi-parabolic and

The action is semi-parabolic and medium-fast

though a few wraps may need an over-varnish for protection at some point in the future and the tip section has a slight fishing set

Bright aluminum down-locking reel seat over a burl walnut spacer

The rod is in excellent++ condition

William Olson early "Springer Special" fly reel EF Payne Rod Company The action is semi-parabolic andFor sale here is an early reel made by William Olson. This one was dubbed the "Springer Special" back in the early 2000s. He only made approximately 10 of these and only 2 or 3 in left hand retrieve. The reel is a multiplier and is in like new, with a diameter or 3 1 2" and a spool width of 1 1 4". The reel comes with a fine leather Arne Mason pouch.