Charlton 8500 0.8 Signature Series Fly Reel 7'3" The usual Payne die stamp

The usual Payne die stamp is rather faint

The fighting butt is not included

however the nicely varnished reel seat is butternut wood done with a rounded flat for the reel foot

One of these has caused a crack line to show in the varnish so there may be some movement in that facet

Charlton 8500 0.8 Signature Series Fly Reel 7'3" The usual Payne die stampFor sale here is a Charlton 8500 Signature Series 0. 8 fly reel in excellent overall condition with normal wear. There is a ding in the anodizing on the drag plate as can be seen in the photos. Carbon fiber drag. Left hand retrieve. Serial number SS10298. The 0. 8 spool can fit a WF8+150 30# or a WF10+160 20#. Comes with its original cordura reel pouch. Known by anglers and collectors as the flagships products of the Charlton stand alone saltwater