Billy Pate Tarpon Reel 9' unlike many of today's broomstick-like

unlike many of today's broomstick-like rods

Also a master at tying steelhead flies

Minor buggering to the original spool screw but it still remains easily removable

His initials "AMP" can be seen lightly carved into the box

where the agate line guides are located on some of the rare Hardy reels

Billy Pate Tarpon Reel 9' unlike many of today's broomstick-likeA nice Billy Pate Tarpon Anti Reverse fly reel, 3 3 4" diameter and set up for LHW. Good used condition with some modest rim rash on the frame edge and light general cosmetic wear throughout, but the reel is in fine shape overall. Classic Anti Reverse design with a gold anodized frame and black anodized spool. The backplate has the Billy Pate writing in script with the tarpon model noted, along the script noting that the reel was made by Ted Juracsik.