Dingley 3 1/4" Caged Spool Fly Reel 8'8" The males ferrule slides measure

The males ferrule slides measure 15/64 while the cane itself measures 11/64

There is a small crack on one side (see last photo)

The reel is in very good condition cosmetically and mechanically

Cigar style grip 6 1/4" in length with only very light handling marks

the original labeled tube

Dingley 3 1/4" Caged Spool Fly Reel 8'8" The males ferrule slides measureFor sale here is a super nice Dingley 3 1 4" caged spool fly reel. This highly sought after brass pin caged reel has a fixed check with caliper spring. Stamped "D4" inside with a 4 stamped on the foot as well. The reel has a slight right hand retrieve bias but could also be fished as a lefty. Correct original and unmolested smooth brass foot, measuring 2 1 2" in length. No line grooves to the pillars. There are no cracks or dings. Original ivorine