Percy Wadham Isle of Wight - The Test 4 1/2" 8'2" This reel carries the '02

This reel carries the '02 patent date on the oil cap

An excellent Paul Young Perfectionist 7'6" 302 for a #5

WF12 + 525 yds 20-lb Dacron / 375 yds

There are 16 patterns in all

A color photo of Everett Garrison tipped-in near the title page

Percy Wadham Isle of Wight - The Test 4 1/2" 8'2" This reel carries the '02For 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.