264 THE SALMON REEL 



THE REEL 



Reels, during the last few years, have more than kept 

 pace with the scientific advance of rod-making, and 

 those now in use, and sold by most tackle makers, can 

 be considered as almost perfect. 



The prices of good trout reels vary from 5s. to 

 60s. I am inclined to recommend a modern up-to- 

 date wooden Nottingham reel, with strong attach- 

 ments to the saddle; it can be purchased at all 

 tackle shops. The barrel should be large, the action 

 simple, the break pleasant. If the barrel is detachable 

 the parts are easily kept clean. I never enter a tackle 

 shop, however, without breaking the Tenth Command- 

 ment, and wanting some of the excellent forms of reels 

 which I see. I have nearly every kind of reel in my 

 possession, and the only ones I object to are small ones 

 which have a small barrel and slow winding action. 



SALMON REEL 



The " Perfect " reel for trout or salmon, made 

 by Hardy, with ring guide, in all sizes from 3f to 

 5 inches, cannot be beaten by any reel in the market. 

 It is delightful to use, and is especially strong and 

 well made. 



Farlow's patent lever winch is a most excellent reel, 

 admirable in its power and mechanism. It has a 

 most convenient regulating screw on its outside for 



