Joe Janciuras Bogdan-Style Prototype 3 1/4" EF Payne Rod Company This is the latest creation

This is the latest creation from Fred Balling who has been working on recreations of a number of classic reels over the years

Three up node pattern in nicely pressed small nodes

Looks like the ultimate SW reel to me

Serial #1985

A perfect dry-fly rod for tricky waters

Joe Janciuras Bogdan-Style Prototype 3 1/4" EF Payne Rod Company This is the latest creationFor sale here is a prototype reel made by one of the best American reel makers in history, Joe Janciuras. This reel came from a friend of the family and this is the only one of its kind known to exist. A very early reel in Joe's esteemed reel making career. The reel was bought directly from Joe's son in law in Rochester, NY where Joe's shop was when he was making reels. The following is the description from Joe's son in law: This is a Stan Bogdan type