Abel No. 3N Fly Reel 9'6" The brake drum is provided

The brake drum is provided with a smooth surface to accommodate the shoe and a toothed area or ratchet for the click pawl

A nice posthumous collection of Skues work reprinted here as part of the limited edition Flyfisher's Classic Library

For sale here is a William Mills & Son catalog from 1941

These Abel models have been popular with many anglers thanks to Abel's precision manufacturing

When used by the best-skilled fly casters

Abel No. 3N Fly Reel 9'6" The brake drum is providedFor sale here is an Abel No. 3N fly reel. Mint condition. Made in USA. The cork drag is smooth and strong. Left hand retrieve only. Weighs 8. 1 oz. Diameter: 3 3 4". Serial no. 3634. Includes original reel pouch, box, literature, spare small parts, and spare cork disc. Capacity: WF7 + 275 20# WF8 + 250 20#