Walker T/R-3 - 3" Trout Fly Reel 11' What makes this rod scarce

What makes this rod scarce and "special" is the tapered walnut end cap with the pinned aluminum pocketed butt cap

turned yellow by varnish and time is faded slightly but still legible and otherwise undamaged

and of that number only approximately 25 were made by Paul himself

The reel is ported for weight a weight saving design

Walker T/R-3 - 3" Trout Fly Reel 11' What makes this rod scarceFor sale here is a Walker fly reel. 3 inch diameter. In mint condition. Aluminum rims. Original reel bag and zippered case. This one is actually one of the more scarce models without the adjustable drag, which is harder to find than the usual 3 inch models with the adjustable drag feature. Includes a new un fished line as well. Weight is 7 oz. with the line and backing included. Walker reels are highly sought after by collectors and fisherman alike,