Forbes, J. Austin - Avon Reel 2 1/2" 8' The grip is soiled and

The grip is soiled and has a slight chip at the bottom

I would recommend having a rodmaker place a protective wrap over this node before fishing this tip

For sale here is a Pezon et Michel Super Parabolic PPP

not to mention it is from one of the greatest makers of all time

one of the tips shows delamination near the tip top and the tip top is loose

Forbes, J. Austin - Avon Reel 2 1/2" 8' The grip is soiled andFor sale here is a J. Austin Forbes "Avon" 5727 model fly reel. 2 1 2" diameter. Bronze gold. Made for 1 3 weight lines. Weighs 2. 6 oz. Palmable spool flange. Like new condition with original reel pouch. Left or right hand retrieve. A very nicely made click pawl reel in the classic style!