Bill Archuletta Fly Reel 5 1/2" 1 Weight The stamp on the nut

The stamp on the nut is "Payne" in a cartouche and "Reg US Pat Off"

The reel is in unused condition

The included jaws are designed for hook sizes #2/0 - #28

Duplicated MKII check with spare pawl

The three strap metal supports extend below the base to serve as legs

Bill Archuletta Fly Reel 5 1/2" 1 Weight The stamp on the nutA rare Bill Archuletta fly reel, set up for LHW. 5" diameter with a 1 1 4" spool width. Black anodized throughout with the sole exception being a bright spindle cap holding the spool on. Heavily ported throughout, including the spool drum, with the sole exception being the rear faceplate. Good used condition with some modest wear marks on the frame and a little residue on the inside of the spool from old backing. Mechanically perfect and ready to go,