Leonard Salmon Reel - Philbrook & Paine HL Leonard reverse twist snake guides

reverse twist snake guides

likely made in 1919

The rod features straw colored cane with gold wraps and black tipping

Comes with its original cases

The cap is quite handsome with knurled edges and a brass Tom Morgan Rodsmiths medallion set in the top

Leonard Salmon Reel - Philbrook & Paine HL Leonard reverse twist snake guidesFor sale here is an early HL Leonard marked raised pillar salmon reel. Stamped "H. L. Leonard Patent No. 191813" on the headplate. This reel was most likely made by Philbrook & Paine before Julius vom Hofe began making similar Leonard marked reels in the early 1900s. German silver construction, including the spool, the unmarked and unmolested reel foot, and the unmistakable P&P designed handle arm and counterbalance. The german silver sliding drag