Saracione Monarch Fly Reel M40/D LHW 3 Weight which is attributed to the

which is attributed to the blanks sourced externally before he set up his own milling machine

An excellent Homer Jennings fly rod

The reel comes loaded with line and backing in good condition

Serial #10103 made in 1949 by George Reid

and works it way through the process

Saracione Monarch Fly Reel M40/D LHW 3 Weight which is attributed to theAn early Saracione Monarch fly reel, one of Joe's earliest reel offerings. 4" in diameter, with a 1" spool width. LHW. Brushed aluminum frame with black writing "Monarch" and the model size etched into the crankside plate. Serial #0314 etched on the foot. Black drag adjuster and handle. Used but excellent condition overall with a few minor marks on the rim and to the inside of the spool. Full range drag adjustment knob. Very smoothly operating cork