Mayfly Pocketed Reel Seat — Round‑Barrel Version
 
The Mayfly reel seat is now offered in a pocketed, round‑barrel configuration, designed specifically for rodmakers who turn their own inserts. This version eliminates the need for cutting a mortise — simply turn your insert to size and drop it in.
 
The seat is engineered around a .640" barrel, with .540" inlets sized to accept the ID of the threaded barrel cleanly and securely. It’s a straightforward, rodmaker‑friendly system that keeps the classic Mayfly aesthetic intact.
 
Wood Options
Walnut
Maple Natural wood varies in color and figure, giving each seat its own character.
 
Hardware Options
Nickel
Dark Nickel
 
Both finishes pair beautifully with the vintaged scrollwork hardware, giving the Mayfly its signature old‑world look.
 
This pocketed version keeps everything builders love about the Mayfly — the engraving, the proportions, the feel — while making custom insert work faster and easier.