Dingley Uniqua Style Reel 4 1/2" Granger / Wright & McGill Nickel copper rims

Nickel copper rims

The locking ring features the Payne stamp as well as

This reel has the rare one-rivet L-shaped lineguard from the mid-1950s

There are also a few scratches to the sideplates and a little wear around the takeapart screws

A very historical book and a must for all bamboo rod collectors

Dingley Uniqua Style Reel 4 1/2" Granger / Wright & McGill Nickel copper rimsA very nice Dingley Uniqua style reel, 4 1 2" and set up for RHW. No retail or badging of any sort, though the reel has "D1" stamped on the inside of the frame. Excellent overall condition with normal cosmetic wear but no major defects. The patina is good, the brass foot is nice and straight, and the ivorine handle spins freely. Caged drum design. Caliper style check that is clearly set up for RHW, and the reel has a nice loud click. No tensioner.