Leonard Mills Model 50B Raised Pillar Fly Reel 14' namely the reel seat hardware

namely the reel seat hardware

The female ferrules are wrapped in black at the edge

with the second tip

Though back issues can be found

Cigar grip with down-locking ring and hooded retainer w/roll stamped Hardy identifiers

Leonard Mills Model 50B Raised Pillar Fly Reel 14' namely the reel seat hardwareFor sale is a scarce Leonard Mills Model 50B raised pillar fly reel. Similar to the more prevalent Model 50 and Model 50A, but with a wider spool. Made by Julius Vom Hofe. 3" diameter including pillar width and 1. 17" pillar length. Aluminum frame with ebonite side plates, including a dished headplate with the Leonard Mills stamp legible and near the reel foot as opposed to near the stripping pillar. German silver screws, pillars, oil cap, and foot.