A lesson with Lefty

"BJ Conner" wrote in message
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I think I just missed you Saturday morning. I had to sample life in
the big city and ride the train up. I am TDY in the Silcone Valley. I
got to see the usual outfitters and guides that show up in Portland
plus a few from Oregon who are never at the Portland show.
Did you see the guy who had the antique fishing stuff. Makes me feel
old, I have stuff in my closet older than some of his. I bought my
Medalist 1498 in 63, it got more scars than the one he had. I
overheard one guy who wondered if people really caught fish on them.

Yes I did see the antique display, it was quite fascinating and I felt old
as well, but seeing Lefty made me feel young again. I still have my Phlueger
Medalist, my first fly reel from the 60's.
-tom