The reel measures 3 ¾ inches across the reel and 1 ½ inches thick not counting handle. There is no indication on the reel, but I have seen this reel can handle 5wt to 8wt line. You can see the wear on the real on the edges from use. As you can see from the pictures this is a USED REEL, but still looks great and has smooth operation. Condition: Up for bid is a vintage fly fishing reel made by Shakespeare for PFLUEGER in their Medalist series as model 1595 ½ RC. Items are shipped on Saturday after payment. I will combine shipping on multiple purchases. Questions always welcome as I aim to describe all aspects of my items to the best of my ability. FOR SALE VTG PFLUEGER Medalist 1595 RC Fly Fishing Reel GREAT. You can see the wear on the real on the edges from use. VINTAGE PFLUEGER MEDALIST 1595 RC Fly Fishing Reel GREAT CONDITION Shakespeare - 35.00. VTG PFLUEGER Medalist 1595 ½ RC Fly Fishing Reel GREAT CONDITION Shakespeare Up for bid is a vintage fly fishing reel made by Shakespeare for PFLUEGER in their Medalist series as model 1595 ½ RC.
Other than that I think they are the same solid classic American Made reel. Item: 253511034898 Vintage PFLUEGER Medalist 1595 ½ RC Fly Fishing Reel GREAT CONDITION Shakespeare. I am pretty sure the only differance between your reel & a 1495 is that the 1595 is a left hand winder.