2003
A rare John Emery fly reel, 3 3/4" diameter and set up for RHW. Direct drive. Though I have seen and come across a few larger Emery reels, I believe this is the first smaller 3 3/4" model that I've encountered, and it is likely the bonefish model. Mint unused condition. Palmable spool rim. The drag is silent incoming and outgoing and the reel is similar to a Seamaster in function and materials. Approximately 1 3/16" spool width and the reel weighs 14.5 ounces on my scale. Black anodized throughout with "John Emery" and "0005" engraved on the backplate. John Emery was a Tarpon and Bonefish guide in the Florida Keys who made a very limited number of these reels in the early 80's. No bag.