Thomas, F.E. – Special Mahogany 5-piece dup-review-publication Thomas Bate Mills

Thomas Bate Mills

This is a replica Hardy Lightweight series reel made in Japan and reflects the Princess model in size

I would believe the 5wt would work for very close work

Model: Bouglé Lightweight III

The majority of the nickel-plating remains with some wear to the pillars

Thomas, F.E. – Special Mahogany 5-piece dup-review-publication Thomas Bate MillsDescription Particulars For sale is an early F. E. Thomas Special Mahogany bamboo fly rod. This is a 9' 0" 5 piece weighing 5. 35 ounces. These were referred to as Valice or Suitcase rods. This consists of mahogany colored cane with red intermediate wraps. Oxidized guides accompanied by bayonet tip tops. The 5" grip tapers to the cork reel seat. The nickel silver butt cap is stamped F. E. Thomas Special, Bangor, ME. In my hand, the action is medium