VTG A.F. Meisselbach Expert 17 Fly Fishing Reel Pat Feb 23 1886 Wood Handle

Description

Belonged to my Great Aunt or Uncle
Pat. Feb 23 1886, Nov 23 1886 and Feb 5 1889
Expert stamped on top
Believe it is a model 17
Nickle plated brass
3 1/8" diameter
1 1/4" wide
Foot  is 2 1/2" long
Nice old wood handle
Works well with a loud click
Noise can go on or off with a button
Reel can go both directions with or without clicker engaged
A nice addition to your collection
Also have listed their H-I fly rods, a Saranac and Princess