CRI (Catskill Research Incorporated) Model 2400 fly reel EF Payne Rod Company These reels are almost impossible

These reels are almost impossible to find in their original sealed boxes

Weight: 13 3/4 ounces (with the included backing)

Fraser was a Hardy rep in Montreal

turn over long leaders

For sale here is a Lamson LP 3 fly reel

CRI (Catskill Research Incorporated) Model 2400 fly reel EF Payne Rod Company These reels are almost impossibleFor sale here is a Model 2400 fly reel from CRI, or Catskill Research Incorporated. Made in Japan. Excellent plus condition. 3. 50" diameter, 1. 30" frame width. Made like an Orvis CFO, only better in my opinion. The spool and frame were hand honed from a single block of aluminum, rather than cast. The reels featured a pure brass counterbalance and a beautiful resin impregnated rosewood handle. Right or left hand retrieve. Capacity is WF8+190 or