Orvis 1874 Fly Reel with Walnut Box 7' The features include a palming

The features include a palming rim

It does have some end play and comes with a thrust washer resting at the base of the spindle to assist in this regard

Appears unfished though

Currently set up for left hand retrieve but can be easily converted to right

Orvis 1874 Fly Reel with Walnut Box 7' The features include a palmingFor sale here is a very rare C. F. Orvis 1874 Trout Reel with its original walnut box (with original parchment paper too!). This reel is considered to be the first ventilated fly reel. Riveted construction second model. 2 3 4" diameter, 3 8" spool width, removable handle, nickel plated brass. The reel can be fished right or left hand retrieve and the click still works really well. Nickel plated finish is in really nice condition. The reel foot has