Percy Wadham Isle of Wight - The Test 4 1/2" 7'3" The action is a lovey

The action is a lovey smooth medium-fast with a good deal of backbone

Nickel silver cap and ring over a very nice butternut insert

The reel is in excellent mechanical condition

modified cigar grip

Percy Wadham Isle of Wight - The Test 4 1/2" 7'3" The action is a loveyFor sale here is a Percy Wadham's Specialties Isle of Wight, The Test 4. 5" alloy trout fly reel, ivorine handle, ventilated face plate, deep drum core, brass spool release drag adjuster to backplate, 4 screw full length and straight brass foot with central hole, back fully stamped with maker's details. Auxiliary brake with ivory knob on rim. Excellent+ condition. No spool wobble. I'm fairly certain the reel is 1920's vintage.