Bogdan Model 50 Salmon Reel 8’5” The clasp and hinges function

The clasp and hinges function as they should

"Wheatley Silmalloy Metal"

The main wraps are brown with yellow and black edges fore and aft at the keeper

Uplocking screw lock with a hidden pocket cap under the heel of the grip

The reel is in near mint condition with only the slightest of edge wear preventing it from being considered mint (see last photo)

Bogdan Model 50 Salmon Reel 8’5” The clasp and hinges functionA nice Bogdan Model 50 light salmon reel, set up for LHW. 3 1 2" in diameter with a 1 5 32" spool width. Weighs 8. 8 ounces on my scale. Good used condition with some moderate rim rash and a handful of dings on the frame edge, and light cosmetic wear otherwise. Clear silver anodized frame, serpentine handle and counterbalance, oil cap, poacher's knob, nameplate, and foot. The sideplates and drag selector knob are black anodized. "50" stamped on the