S E Bogdan Reels

1. Bogdan Reels For Sale
2. Bogdan Reels Ordering

Rick's Rods, owner of Phillipson Rod Company, specializes in buying, selling, and repairing high quality, vintage bamboo and fiberglass fly fishing rods. On the other hand, I have gotten into salt water fishing and I Know Bogdan reels can be fished in salt water as long as they are washed off after each use. I am thinking that his next few sizes up from the Steelhead, the 50 and 100 light Salmon or the 00 grisle/sea trout, perhaps even the 0 might be a better example of Bogdan's craft.

Stan BogdanOne of four children, Stanley Edward Bogdan was born in Nashua, New Hampshire on December 16, 1918. Perhaps influenced by his father who was a machinst, Bogdan went to work as an apprentice at the Rollins Engine Company in Nashua after graduating from high school in 1936. He enjoyed fly-fishing and knew where he could catch trout. With his keen eye for detail and committment to perfection, he began to think about making his own fly reel.For serious reel collectors and devoted fly-fishermen, there is nothing like owning a Bogdan reel (or two, or three,or more).

In this in-depth article, Douglas Marchant, an avid collector of Bogdan reels and close friend of Bogdan's tells why this soft-spoken Yankee with his reel has become a cult figure in the fly-fishing fraternity. The Bogdan StorySince 1940 the Bogdan Family has been producing fine handcrafted gamefish reels for sporting anglers the world over. A Bogdan reel is the culmination of several months labor, each carefully machined from a variety of solid bar stock, including tool steel, aluminum, bronze and Delrin.

So widely accepted is the design that they have gained international recognition as the epitome of the reel makers art. Reels made by the Bogdans have probably landed more salmon than any other reel. The design is the melding of practical mechanical application with classic styling.

Their popularity is due in large part to the careful marriage of these two worlds so important to anglers.The Salmon reels use a double set of caliper actuated, spring mounted, Delrin brake shoes that bear against a clutch driven steel drum. The drag tension is adjusted via a 10 position lever mounted on the back side of the reel.

The Steelhead and Trout reels, which are also direct drive, employ a non-adjustable traditional sprocket and pawl 'clicker' set in a directional oscillator that checks spool overrun. All reels have an audible click in both directions, which can be turned off on most Salmon models. Spare spools are generally not available. When ordering you must specify either right or left hand retrieve as the direction cannot be changed.Bogdan reels have black anodized side plates with a pale gold anodized frame. Reel foot, handles, adjusting knobs, etc., are clear anodized.

Bogdan Reels For Sale

All black reels are available as a special order at an extra charge.Many stories have been written about the long waiting period for purchasing a Bogdan. We wish we could say otherwise but most of the tales are true.

Bogdan Reels Ordering

While some anglers may get their reels in as little as a few weeks, others can wait several years to take delivery. Since each reel is the product of very intensive hand labor, forecasting delivery is virtually impossible. If you speak with any angler who owns or has used a Bogdan, you will find that they are worth the wait.ModelReel Dia.Reel Wt. (oz)LineSpool WidthBacking CapacityBaby Trout2.75'430.68'50#20W. Baby Trout2.75'4.2540.96'50#20Trout3.25'550.68'50#20Large Trout3.25'5.570.96'50#20Steelhead3.25'691.15'75#20L. Steelhead3.5'6.591.15'150#2000 Grilse/Sea Tr3.25'1071. Salmon3.5'9.2591.15'125#200 Salmon3.25'1191.375'150#20100 Lt.

Salmon3.5'10.591.15'125#20150 Salmon3.5'11.5101.375'175#201 Lg. Salmon3.75'12101.187'190#202 Lg. Salmon3.375'200#20300 Nortic Sal.3.375'200#20400 Nortic Sal.4'15.5121.625'125#20.

Sold $2,200.00 33 Bids, $15.00 Shipping, 14-Day Returns,Seller: (761) 100%,Location: Bozeman, Montana,Ships to: Worldwide,Item: 38 0 0 1 318 1814 Springhill Sod Farm 15 4 2128 14.0 Normal 0 false false false EN-US JA X-NONE Up for Auction: RARE S.E. 2 Fly Reel - Used - In Excellent Condition!This finely hand-made S.E. Bogdan Fly Reel is a real beauty! Stanley Bogdan of Nashua, New Hampshire produced some of the finest salmon and trout reels during the latter half of the 20th century. Bogdan reels were never mass-produced and had a wonderful reputation for quality, durability and a drag that was second to none. These reel have a 2:1 multiplier - meaning it retrieves 2 times for every one turn of the handle. This original Bogdan has the signature double-brake shoe and the signature 10-position lever that is used to regulate drag (see pictures).

There were few of the listed No. 2 models made in general, so this is a rare model!This Bogdan No. 2 fly reel up for auction was previously owned by an avid angler and has only been lightly used - therefore it is in excellent condition. There are few minor surface scratches found overall, but nothing to effect performance.

This right-hand retrieve fly reel is structurally and functionally sound. It appears that most anglers would use this Bogdan No.

2 fly reel for salmon - or similar sized species - fishing. This fly reel would be best suited for line weights 9-11.This auction is a chance to get your hands on a very special fly reel. At one time, there was quite a substantial waiting line for one of these finely built reels. These fly reels are no longer produced and Stanley Bogdan was a person who changed the way the world fished for salmon and trout and was one of the makers of the best reel money could buy. 2 still commands a high price and is sought after by both anglers and collectors alike. Specifications:Brand: S.E.

BogdanModel: No. 2Reel color: Pale gold with Black anodized side platesDiameter: 3.75'Classic non-porting on both sides2:1 Multiplier drag10 position drag leverRight-Hand retrieveReel comes with tan suede reel pouch - in good conditionMade in Nashua, New Hampshire, USA!THANKS FOR LOOKING AND GOOD LUCK!On Feb-04-19 at 08:35:53 PST, seller added the following information: NOTE: Though some would call this reel color 'pale gold' - it is truly more of a 'pale silver' as you can see in photos.

Condition: Used, Model: 2, Modified Item: No, Country/Region of Manufacture: United States, Fishing Type: Freshwater or Saltwater Fishing, MPN: Does Not Apply, Brand: S.E. Bogdan, Bundle Description: N/A, Hand Retrieve: Right-Handed, Fish Species: Salmon, Line Weight: 9-11, Weight (oz.): 12.6 See More.