Antique baitcasters
Sep 10, 2020 15:18:23 #
I have been collecting antique bait casters casually for past several years.
It’s kinda fun finding one you haven’t seen before and doing some research on them
I have about 65 in collection. Nothing too valuable. Some are in very good shape
Anyone else share this interest?
It’s kinda fun finding one you haven’t seen before and doing some research on them
I have about 65 in collection. Nothing too valuable. Some are in very good shape
Anyone else share this interest?
Sep 10, 2020 15:26:23 #
Ben Bragg: YES, in fact i had been colecting much the same way, just hit or miss, primarily the older the better, and some of the more off types. I guess i had 15 to 20 and hav given them all to my son, Brad, in Florida who is also a fisherman.
I have tried to get a photo on Stage, but have not been able to manage. For some reason, I don't know how to transfer it from Email, to my photo section.. That's where it has to be in order to add to Stagess. Just Sayin...RJS
I have tried to get a photo on Stage, but have not been able to manage. For some reason, I don't know how to transfer it from Email, to my photo section.. That's where it has to be in order to add to Stagess. Just Sayin...RJS
Sep 10, 2020 15:26:52 #
Sep 10, 2020 15:28:34 #
They are great conversation pieces.
It’s interesting to follow the inventions and technology improvements
It’s interesting to follow the inventions and technology improvements
Sep 10, 2020 15:30:05 #
I think the very earliest reels manufactured in the U.S. were made by watch and clock makers. Only later did others enter the biz. You could often find strange or primative models at flea markets and depending upon the price which was often negotiable, you might be able to add two or three more to your collection. Just Sayin...RJS
Sep 10, 2020 15:53:59 #
Any idea how many years back it was when they added the level wined
Sep 10, 2020 15:54:18 #
I’ve been looking for some early examples. Meek in particular.
Have a couple VomHoffe
Have a couple VomHoffe
Sep 10, 2020 16:21:47 #
Well, Ben: I dont think I have anything as rare as what you have named. Just Sayin...RJS
Sep 10, 2020 16:56:57 #
Rutinbuck
Loc: Haysville, Kansas
This reel is a Montgomery reel with level wind. Was told it was pre world II. There is no drag, your thumb is your drag and no anti reverse.
Sep 10, 2020 17:02:41 #
Yep! Typical of pre-warII reels. You had to really learn your thumb business. And the old rayon lines would usually rot in t a year or two. Level Winds and pauls, would also get worn out rather quickly. just Sayin...RJS
Sep 10, 2020 17:21:24 #
Robert did you used to fish with these back in your 40s??
Seriously I don’t think I have seen a Montgomery before. Looks like that’s in nice condition
Seriously I don’t think I have seen a Montgomery before. Looks like that’s in nice condition
Sep 10, 2020 17:29:41 #
Looks like a Montgomery ward sport king. According to my quick research
Company called Bronson was a big manufacturer back then. They built a lot of reels for major chains back in the day. Wouldn’t be surprised if Bronson was original manufacturer.
Looks similar to some examples I have. The white Bakelite accent ring looks very familiar
That is a nice example
Company called Bronson was a big manufacturer back then. They built a lot of reels for major chains back in the day. Wouldn’t be surprised if Bronson was original manufacturer.
Looks similar to some examples I have. The white Bakelite accent ring looks very familiar
That is a nice example
Sep 10, 2020 17:32:53 #
Get this, I was looking for a case to display my reels. Came across an old timex watch display case.
Never put two and two together. Watch box and a casting reel are about the same size. Picked it up for cheap . After a rewire and a little cleaning it’s fully functional. Lights up and rotates.
Never put two and two together. Watch box and a casting reel are about the same size. Picked it up for cheap . After a rewire and a little cleaning it’s fully functional. Lights up and rotates.
Sep 10, 2020 18:12:20 #
Ben Bragg wrote:
Get this, I was looking for a case to display my reels. Came across an old timex watch display case.
Never put two and two together. Watch box and a casting reel are about the same size. Picked it up for cheap . After a rewire and a little cleaning it’s fully functional. Lights up and rotates.
Never put two and two together. Watch box and a casting reel are about the same size. Picked it up for cheap . After a rewire and a little cleaning it’s fully functional. Lights up and rotates.
Nice find!
Sep 10, 2020 18:29:24 #
Thought I had a pic but I don’t.
I’m stuck in Mexico. Maybe I’ll have wife take a pic. This thing is pretty neat
I’m stuck in Mexico. Maybe I’ll have wife take a pic. This thing is pretty neat
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