Abel Supreme Vise 1 Weight and the “Tarpon”) pay tribute

and the “Tarpon”) pay tribute to the classic Gar Wood Jr

The die stamp on the cap reads "HLL Leonard

as authenticated in the Young rod ledger

The original paper and gummed strips are still on the grip with Bob Taylor's initials inked on them

Anodized aluminum cap and ring reel seat over a cork spacer

Abel Supreme Vise 1 Weight and the “Tarpon”) pay tributeA very nice Abel Supreme fly tying vise. The owner tells me that he sent the vise to Steve Abel to have it reconditioned, and it looks to be in excellent shape from what I can see. The base is machined from solid brass, as are the stem and headstock. The result is a precision and heavy duty package that is reminiscent of the heavier Renzetti designs. The vise comes with the Abel bobbin holder and comes in a cordura bag (not the original that these