Ross - Gunnison G1

This is an early Ross Gunnison G1 fly reel. The G1 is the smallest of the series. The date of sale on the card shows March of 1996. I'm told that the deep burgundy color spools became all black in 1998. I have not found anything to confirm this. Reel displays some honest use. Complete with original box, papers, and neoprene case.