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NEW REELS.  We regularly stock selected sizes, colors and models of new reels from some of the world’s finest reel makers. These include Hardy, Hermann, Tibor, Pate,  Peerless,  Abel, Godfrey and a few others. We try to keep some stock of the most popular of the models from this list of builders.

We often list some of our inventory of NEW REELS individually in this reel list along with the classic and used reels we offer. They are ALWAYS marked as in NEW condition. Reels so marked carry full factory warrantees and come with all factory packaging. ONLY NEW REELS CARRY A 3-DAY RETURN PRIVILEGE! (A COMPLETE LISTING OF SPECIFICATIONS AND PHOTOS FOR ALL OF THE NEW REELS WE OFFER, CAN BE SEEN BY CLICKING HERE:  (New Reels).  Please do not confuse these NEW reels with Mint Condition (M) previously owned, (but brand new condition) USED REELS that are sold ONLY as in Mint Condition, and carry no implied or actual warrantee of any sort, except our guarantee to be in the condition described.

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Also please bear in mind that we ALWAYS love to take quality and collectible fly reels in trade for all new or contemporary reels. Don’t be bashful about letting us know what you might have to trade.

REEL CONDITION CODE:

P-Poor. Structurally sound. Needs major refinish.

F-Fair. Needs only minor work to fish.

G-Good. Shows use and routine care. Needs no work to fish.

VG-Very Good. Average condition. Shows light to normal use and is ready to take fishing.

E-Excellent. Above average condition with light use only.

N/M-Near Mint. Close to new. Barely used.

M-Mint. AS NEW. Never Used.

M/R-Mint Restored. Professionally refinished to new condition.

N-New. New merchandise. Never used, first time sold.

 

 

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                  55500. ABEL.   2.75".   TR-1 FLY REEL.   High Gloss Black Finish. One of the loveliest single action reels in current production. Fully Ventilated spool AND Reel Housing. Fixed click check drag makes sound coming and going. Reversible. Takes a #2, #3 or #4 line and backing. Rosewood handle. Brand New in the box with full warrantee.            BRAND NEW. $260.00

 

           55501.   ABEL.   3".   TR-2 FLY REEL.   The machined Abel Light Weight Trout Reel! Beautiful Black Coral finish. One of the loveliest fixed click, single action reels in current production. Ventilated frame and counter-balanced & Ventilated spool. Fixed click check drag makes sound coming and going. Reversible. Takes a #4, #5 or #6 line and backing. Rosewood handle. Brand New in the box with full warrantee.          BRAND NEW.    $270.00

 

55751bABEL.jpg (31234 bytes)55751aABEL.jpg (41214 bytes)     55751. ABEL. 3.25". TR-3. TROUT REEL. The lightweight machined Abel Trout Reel. Black Coral finish, Ventilated spool. Fixed click check drag. Reversible. Takes a #5, #6 or #7 line and plenty of backing. Rosewood handle. Comes with the original case and box and is in never used, brand new condition. No longer made and a perfect heavy trout, steelhead, bass reel. M.   225.00.

 

55658aABLE2Port.jpg (31133 bytes)                55658. ABEL BIG GAME. 2.95". MODEL 2 PORTED. Exquisite Fully PORTED Model Reel for 7/8/9 lines.55658bAbleported.jpg (31081 bytes) Right/Left Hand Convertible. Adjustable drag. Rim control. Black Coral Finish. Black frame, black vented & counter-balanced spool. Complete with the original case. Appears unused. N/M. 425.00

 

55567Abel3NRed.jpg (51769 bytes)55567. ABEL. 3.38". MODEL 3N. BIG GAME MODEL. Mid-Weight Reel for 7/8/9/10 lines and 250/225/190/150 yards backing. Reversible Wind. Adjustable drag. Rim control. Special MATTE RED Finish. PORTED MODEL. Regarded by many as one of the best bonefish, salt water, salmon, steelhead reels going. Unused and complete with the paperwork and original case in the box. M.   $390.00

 

55660Able3prot.jpg (29470 bytes)         55660. ABEL. 3.90". BIG GAME #3 PORTED FLY REEL. User Convertible for Right or Left Hand wind. 9.4 oz.55660bPORTED.jpg (32576 bytes) Perfect for bonefish, permit, tarpon, albacore, little tunny, Atlantic sailfish, roosterfish, durado, barracuda and other big, fast fish. Takes a 8/9/10/11/12 line and 300/275/250/225/200yds 30# backing. Black Coral Finish. Fully ported frame and fully vented standard spool. Interchanges with Super 8 Frame and Spool. Appears unused in the original case.                M. 570.00

 

55704.jpg (38824 bytes)               55704. ABEL. 3.87". MODEL 4 FLY REEL. LEFT HAND Wind Only Perfect for Large Salmon, Tarpon, Billfish. Takes a #10 & 375 yds to #12& 300 yds. Black Coral Finish. Black frame and vented spool. Barely used in original case. Near new condition, used price. N/M. 475.00

 

55705.jpg (35448 bytes)                55705. ABEL. 3.87". MODEL 4 FLY REEL. LEFT HAND Wind Only Perfect for Large Salmon, Tarpon, Billfish. Takes a #10 & 375 yds to #12& 300 yds. Black Coral Finish. Black frame and vented spool. Unused in original case. As new condition, used price. M. 495.00

 

55707.jpg (27516 bytes)          55707. ABEL. 3.920". BIG GAME #4.5. LEFT HAND wind. only. The definitive big, angry fish reel from New Foundland to Cabo San Lucas to Midway. Engineered to take the stress and strain of all the large species in the sea. Takes up to a 12/13 line and 450/400yds 30# backing. or a DT10 and 300 yards, making it an ideal reel for a TWO-HANDED rod . Black Coral Finish. Fully vented standard spool. Interchanges with Super 12 Frame and Spool. Some boat rash as shown in the photo but 100% mechanically. In the original case. VG. 475.00

 

55634Abu.jpg (53842 bytes)          55634. ABU AMBASSADEUR. 5000C DELUXE. FREE SPOOL CASTING REEL. Star drag. Level wind. Very scarce 5000C Deluxe Presentation Model. Black finish, 22K Gold Plated Trim. Complete with spare spool, centrifugal weights, tool, oil and spare parts in the Fitted Walnut wood box with extra spool holder and extra parts. Shows some minor fishing wear but in very nice overall condition. E. 675.00.

 

55628Allcock.jpg (36942 bytes)          55628. ALLCOCK - S. & CO. 3-1/2". TROUT & SALMON MODEL. ENGLISH FLY REEL. Appears to be the very collectible Salmon version of the Trout & Salmon Model made from 1930 to 1961. Side plates are unstamped The black enamel finish is at about 75% with edge silvering from use. Adds lots of character to this vintage reel. Checked white Ivorine handle with Nickel Silver spool retaining screw. 100% mechanically. The fixed click drag now favors left hand wind, but could be reversed. Bronze foot and internals. 0.900" wide width spool will take a WF8 and 150 yards. In nice collector condition and still a wonderful fishing reel. Comes in a cloth bag. VG. 150.00.  

 

55740aBIVANS.jpg (38270 bytes)         55740. ARNOLD - BIVANS MFG CO. 3-1/2". ARNOLD TROUT ANTI-REVERSE FLY55740bBIVANS.jpg (30784 bytes) REEL. TROUT MODEL. Very unusual reel design manufactured with patent pending in Los Angeles for a short while in the 50's. Reel uses a sophisticated cork disk drag system with pressure brought to bear by turning the handle a quarter turn back against a running fish. This is the Trout model with the unique side click drag pressure adjustment and the narrower spool width. Conical side plates of green anodized aluminum. Reversible, works either way by moving the ball check under the reel handle. Very unique engineering design in the evolution of the anti-reverse reel. Ultra scarce. The reel is in good cosmetic condition and shows normal scrapes and fishing wear. Very unique and scarce reel . G. 125.00.

 

55669Asst.jpg (62430 bytes)           55669. ASSORTED SPIN-CAST REELS. An assortment of interesting reels for the collector. Includes three fly rod spin-cast reels including Johnson Model 60, Wright & Mc Gill Fre-Line and very rare Air Light all plastic reel. plus a Shakespeare Light Wondereel #1921 model GK Level-Wind Bait Caster. VG. 25.00

 

55566BeanGuide.jpg (25056 bytes)55566. BEAN - L. L. 2-3/4". GUIDE MODEL FLY REEL. Made in England, by Hardy under the L. L. Bean label. This reel is nearly identical to the Marquis 4 Fly Reel, This aluminum reel has a one-piece frame, fully ventilated spool with a smooth rim control drag feature. Fitted with an adjustable pawl drag, the reel is reversible and can be used either handed. Finish color is Silver. Has capacity for WF4 line and 50 yds. of backing. Virtually unused in the original reel case. N/M. $200.00. 

 

55744aBallan.jpg (25276 bytes)     55744. BALLAN. 2-15/16". HEIRLOOM TROUT REEL. NARROW SPOOL. Bill Ballan's55744bBallan.jpg (22584 bytes) Baby Trout. Silver/ Black Bogdan style trout reel. Vented handle side plate and S-shaped, counterbalanced handle. Black side plates, Silver spool, reel foot and frame. Drilled foot to reduce weight. Very nicely crafted and a very attractive reel. Fixed click check. Reversible wind. Contracted 11/16" wide spool takes a 2 or 3 line and backing. Perfect Midge reel. Appears unused. In soft Suede zippered reel case.             M. 435.00.

 

55745aBallan.jpg (41080 bytes)       55745. BALLAN. 3.25". HEIRLOOM TROUT REEL. NARROW SPOOL. Bill Ballan's55745bBallan.jpg (27839 bytes) Standard Trout Reel. Silver/ Black Bogdan style trout reel. Vented handle side plate and S-shaped, counterbalanced handle. Black side plates, Silver spool, reel foot and frame. Drilled reel foot to reduce weight. Very nicely crafted and a very attractive reel. Fixed click check drag. Reversible wind. Contracted 11/16" wide spool takes a 4 or 5 line and 100 yards backing. Shows virtually no use and comes in a suede zippered reel case.           M. 395. 00.

 

55746aBallan.jpg (39435 bytes)         55746. BALLAN. 2-5/8". HEIRLOOM STANDARD TROUT REEL. WIDE SPOOL. Bill55746bBallan.jpg (30086 bytes) Ballan's Standard Trout Reel in small diameter, wide spool configuration.. Silver/ Black Bogdan style trout reel.. Vented handle side plate and S-shaped, counterbalanced handle. Black side plates, Silver spool, reel foot and frame. Drilled foot to reduced weight. Fixed Click Drag. Beautifully made and finished. A very attractive reel. Comes in suede zippered reel case. Unused. M. 425.00.

 

55747aBallan.jpg (41450 bytes)          55747. BALLAN. 3.25". HEIRLOOM TROUT REEL. WIDE SPOOL. B ill Ballan's large55747bBallan.jpg (27153 bytes) trout reel. Silver/ Black Bogdan style trout reel. Vented handle side plate and S-shaped, counterbalanced handle. Black side plates, Silver spool, reel foot and frame. Drilled foot to reduce weight. Very nicely crafted and a very attractive reel. Fixed click check drag. Reversible wind. 0.750" wide spool takes a 6/7 line and 100 yards backing. Shows no use. Comes in zippered suede leather reel case. M. 435.00.

 

55711aPate.jpg (37065 bytes)     55711. BILLY PATE.  ANTI-REVERSE. 3-3/4". TARPON REEL. All Black finish Anti-Reverse Tarpon55711bPate.jpg (35907 bytes) reel. Right Hand Wind only. Early Model filled with backing. Lightly used with very minor edge marks. Almost   near/mint condition and working perfectly. In Red Neoprene reel pouch. E. 350.00.

 

55615Pate.jpg (34278 bytes)       55615. BILLY PATE.    4"  TARPON REEL. All Black finish Anti-Reverse Tarpon reel. Left Hand Wind only. Later Model filled with backing and a WF12 floating line. Lightly used with very minor edge marks. Almost near mint condition. In the original Neoprene reel pouch with factory tool. E. 375.00.

 

55698.jpg (29604 bytes)               55698. BILLY PATE.    3-5/8".    BONEFISH FLY REEL.   All Black finish. Anti-Reverse. Left Hand Wind Only. Black frame with Black Solid Spool. Adjustable drag PLUS Rim Control feature. In barely used, as new condition. Comes in the original factory Neoprene case with tool in the box. Slightly wider spool than the Salmon model takes up to a WF10 and 200 or a WF9 and 250 yds. As fine a reel for salmon, bonefish or steelhead as you can own. Unused. M. 425.00

 

55572CabelaSR.jpg (41638 bytes)55572.    CABELA'S.   3-1/8".    SR FLY REEL.       Beautifully made, mid-arbor reel with all the features including reversible, Adjustable Drag, Rim-Control Drag, fully vented for light weight. in a really sexy-looking, shiny Dark-Pewter color. Perfect for 75 yards and a 5 or 6 line. Very handsome reel. Unused in the original case, in the box. M.  $115.00

 

         55479.    CARPENTER & CASEY.    2.72".    First Model Fly Reel   Standard 3/4" Wide spool Trout Model for 3/4/5 line. Low serial number #107. One of the first 125 reels made by Walt Carpenter and Frank Casey. Fixed click drag. Now Right hand wind, but reversible. Black and silver aluminum vom Hofe style reel. Counter balanced S-handle with lovely German Silver accents. Almost new in the original soft leather reel case. Very Strong collector.   N/M.  $800.00

 

55741aCOX.jpg (24518 bytes)             55741.    COXE - J. A.   CORONET 25.    FREE SPOOL BAIT CAST REEL. 55741bCOX.jpg (36600 bytes) Aluminum/Hard rubber construction. Made by Bronson. Free Spool. Anti backlash adjustment. Level wind. Spare level wind pawl inside reel. Considered by many fishermen to be one of the finest casting reels you can buy. Aluminum spool for low inertia and better performance. Free running action. Comes with the original fitted, "J. A. Coxe" stamped, leather case. Shows moderate use and remains in excellent condition. Working perfectly.. Fits Payne, Leonard, Edwards, Thomas, Young, T&T and other high quality bait casting rods. Highest quality 1940's reel. E. 175.00.

 

55595.jpg (33276 bytes)          55595. CUMMINS, W. J. - BISHOP AUCKLAND. 3-1/8". English Made "ST. GEORGE STYLE" Trout Reel. Very scarce, high quality machined reel made in England by W. J. Cummins of Bishop Auckland between 1920 & 1940. Black enameled finish and an Ebonite handle. Features a small Red Agate line guide in a N/S housing like the Hardy St George reel. Click and Pawl drag with a drag regulating screw on the rim. Meant for right hand use only due to the fixed Agate guide. Flat Brass reel foot, and internals. Nickel Silver Latch cover and Regulating screw. Cummins competed favorably with Hardy for quality and made many reels for retailers under private label. This one, oddly, is completely devoid of any markings. The enamel finish shows lots of wear and silvering, adding considerable character to this wonderful old reel and mechanically the reel is 100% In a soft suede zippered reel case. VG. $325.00.

 

55721QuickMicrol.jpg (33245 bytes)          55721. D.A.M. - QUICK MICROLITE MODEL. OPEN FACE SPIN REEL. One of the very finest ultra-lite fresh water spin reels. High quality, large capacity, heavy duty reel made in West Berlin, Germany in the 60's and still very highly regarded by knowledgeable fresh water spin fishermen. Black crinkle finish shows some routine edge wear but remains in very good condition. Reversible for right or left hand crank. Full bail. Well made workhorse reel about the size of a Mitchell 308. Working perfectly. Comes with AN EXTRA SPOOL. VG. 65.00

 

55267.  EXTRA SPOOL ONLY - HARDY.  OCEAN PRINCE MODEL.  Fly Reel Spool Only.  In the original packaging. Never used.  M.  80.00

 

55731Prince56Spool.jpg (27941 bytes)       55731. EXTRA SPOOL ONLY - A PAIR OF HARDY PRINCE 5/6 MODEL SPOOLS. Fly Reel Spools Only. Also fit the Golden Prince Model reel. The Pair. E. 95.00.

55731Prince56Spool.jpg (27941 bytes)           55528. EXTRA SPOOL ONLY - HARDY. PRINCE 5/6 MODEL. Fly Reel Spool Only. In the original packaging. Never used. M. $55.00.

 

55734FeathSppol.jpg (28848 bytes)                                   55734. EXTRA SPOOL ONLY - HARDY FEATHERWEIGHT. Fly Reel Spool Only. Brand New in the Box. In a soft cloth drawstring bag.  NEW. 119.00.

 

55581Farlow.jpg (43453 bytes)55581. FARLOW - CHARLES & CO. 3-1/8". SAPPHIRE TROUT FLY REEL. The House of Farlow turned out some very prestigious reels which competed very successfully with those of Hardy. One of their very best was the SAPPHIRE model patterned after the invincible Hardy L.R.H. Lightweight reel. This finely made reel was offered in the 1950's. Made with fine trim lines on its edges, an Ebonite handle knob, gunmetal color finish, adjustable drag, can be used left or right hand wind as it a reversible stainless, 2-screw line guide. This very rare size accepts a 4, 5 or 6 line. Stamped with the "Farlow's London" Trademark. Shows the barest of wear from use but retains 99% of its original finish. One of the nicest, and most usable, and collectible Farlow trout reels you'll ever find & in really nice condition. In a soft suede case. N/M. $350.00.

 

55624Farlow.jpg (41917 bytes)       55624. FARLOW - CHARLES & CO. 3-1/8". SAPPHIRE TROUT FLY REEL. The House of Farlow turned out some very prestigious reels which competed very successfully with those of Hardy. One of their very best was the SAPPHIRE model patterned after the invincible Hardy L.R.H. Lightweight reel. This finely made reel was offered in the 1950's. Made with fine trim lines on its edges, an Ebonite handle knob, gunmetal color finish, adjustable drag, can be used left or right hand wind as it a reversible stainless, 2-screw line guide. This very rare size accepts a 4, 5 or 6 line. Stamped with the "Farlow's London" Trademark. Shows normal wear from use but retains 95% of its original finish. One of the nicest, and most usable, and collectible Farlow trout reels you'll ever find & in really nice condition. In a soft suede case. E. 250.00.

 

               55486. FIN-NOR - BIG GAME REEL. FIN-NOR - MIAMI.   4/0 REEL.   An early, (s/n 340), Miami made, Tycoon/Fin-Nor Model 4A Trolling Reel. Reel is engraved with four patent numbers. The 4/0 is a smaller sized reel for perfect for light trolling and light stand up big game use on fish to 100 pounds. Finger tip drag, right side drag lever and free spool control with adjustable drag tension allowing fisherman to fine-tune and pre-set drag as required. Perfect in-shore outfit for shark, drum, cobia, wahoo and any other light line trolling or bait fishing use. Shows light use and minor boat marks, but everything is whole, complete, with no corrosion and working properly. They really don't make tackle like this anymore! This reel comes with provenance attesting to ownership by the DuPont family of Camden, SC and its use on the boat "DuPont". Comes in the original box with factory paperwork and instructions.      E.     $650.00

 

55629LRH.jpg (44789 bytes)     55629. HARDY. 3-3/16". THE "LRH LIGHTWEIGHT" FLY REEL. 1950's model LRH with a ridged aluminum reel foot, L-shaped, double riveted nickel silver line guard. Non-reversible, right hand wind only. Duplicated Spares and British Patent number. Adjustable drag. Of much higher quality of build than today's model. Will not interchange with modern spools. Comes with a barely used VINTAGE EXTRA SPOOL In the original handmade cardboard box. Simply lovely set-up. Shows plenty of edge wear with about 75% finish remaining and that adds much character to this venerable old hardy reel. In 100% mechanical condition. Very rare and unusual Lightweight variation and a perfect companion to any quality 4 or 5 weight bamboo rod. VG. 350.00.

55582LRH.jpg (33567 bytes)55582. HARDY. 3-3/16". LRH LIGHTWEIGHT FLY REEL. The Most Popular Reel in Trout fishing History. Perfect for a 5 or 6 line and backing.    Single Screw Nickel Silver line guide. Reversible wind. Adjustable drag. Made post 2000 and comes in the black Hardy soft case. Takes DT5 + 40yds; WF5 + 75yds; WF6 + 50yds. Weighs 3.85 oz.  MADE IN ENGLAND.     E.    $295.00. 

 

59090.  HARDY.   2-1/2".   Flyweight Fly Reel.   Hardy's tiniest lightweight reel. Factory NEW with the HARDY LIFETIME WARRANTEE TO THE ORIGINAL OWNER and with the Hardy soft case, in the box, with the paperwork. Reversible Wind. Fixed click drag. N/S line guide. Takes a DT2+30yd: WF3+40yd: WF4+25yd: DT4+0yd. Weighs 2-5/8 oz. Original User Lifetime Warrantee.    BRAND NEW.   $275.00

Extra spools Available at $99.00

              59091.   HARDY.   2-7/8".   Featherweight Fly Reel. Adjustable Drag. Reversible. Single screw N/S line guide. Weighs only 3.5 ounces. Just perfect for a DT3 or DT4 fly line. Factory NEW with the HARDY LIFETIME WARRANTEE TO THE ORIGINAL OWNER and with the Hardy soft case, in the box, with the paperwork.  Takes a DT3+40, DT4+30, WF4+60. Original User Lifetime Warrantee.    BRAND NEW. $299.00

Extra spools Available at $119.00

           59092.   HARDY.    3-3/16".   LRH Lightweight Fly Reel. The Most Popular Reel in Trout fishing History. Perfect for a 5 or 6 line and backing. Single Screw Nickel Silver line guide. Reversible wind. Adjustable drag. Factory NEW with the HARDY LIFETIME WARRANTEE TO THE ORIGINAL OWNER and with the Hardy soft case, in the box, with the paperwork.  Takes DT5 + 40yds; WF5 + 75yds; WF6 + 50yds. Weighs 3.85 oz.   Original User Lifetime Warrantee.    BRAND NEW. $299.00

Extra spools Available at $119.00

         59093.   HARDY.   3.0".   BOUGLE  Mark VI.   Raised Pillar Perfect Fly Reel. The Mark VI Bougle Perfect Raised Pillar Fly Reel is machined from 6262 bar stock aluminum and protective anodized in a clear natural Aluminum finish with Nickel Silver components and an cream color Ivorine handle knob. It is drop dead gorgeous and is as smooth (it runs on 12 ball bearings), and as sweet sounding (with a silky smooth, ADJUSTABLE, pawl drag) as it looks. Right or left hand reversible. Weighs a mere 3.6a ounces and takes a DT2 and 70 yards of backing. Factory NEW, in the box, in the original Hardy soft case, with paperwork. Original User Lifetime Warrantee.  BRAND NEW. $449.00  Extra spools Available at $159.00

 

        59094.   HARDY.   3.25".   BOUGLE  Mark VI.   Raised Pillar Perfect Fly Reel.  The Mark VI Bougle Perfect Raised Pillar Fly Reel is machined from 6262 bar stock aluminum and protective anodized in a clear natural Aluminum finish with Nickel Silver components and an cream color Ivorine handle knob. It is drop dead gorgeous and is as smooth (it runs on 12 ball bearings), and as sweet sounding (with a silky smooth, ADJUSTABLE, pawl drag) as it looks. Right or left hand reversible. Weighs a mere 4.1 ounces and takes a DT4 and 100 yards of backing. Factory NEW, in the box, in the original Hardy soft case, with paperwork.  Original User Lifetime Warrantee.  BRAND NEW. $475.00    Extra spools Available at $169.00

 

          59095.   HARDY.  3.50".   BOUGLE  Mark VI.   Raised Pillar Perfect Fly Reel.  The Mark VI Bougle Perfect Raised Pillar Fly Reel is machined from 6262 bar stock aluminum and protective anodized in a clear natural Aluminum finish with Nickel Silver components and an cream color Ivorine handle knob.  It is drop dead gorgeous and is as smooth (it runs on 12 ball bearings), and as sweet sounding (with a silky smooth, ADJUSTABLE, pawl drag) as it looks. Right or left hand reversible. Weighs a mere 4.39 ounces and takes a DT6 and 70 yards of backing. Factory NEW, in the box, in the original Hardy soft case, with paperwork.   Original User Lifetime Warrantee.    BRAND NEW. $499.00   Extra spools Available at $179.00

 

55732HdyPrince.jpg (44102 bytes)       55732. HARDY. 3-1/4". THE PRINCE 7/8 FLY REEL. Offered by Hardy for a short time prior to the introduction of the Golden Prince which is simply the exact same reel with a bronze color finish. This one is finished in the traditional Hardy Gunmetal color. Reversible wind. Adjustable drag plus rim control drag. Nickel Silver single-screw line guide. Reel shows moderate use and is in excellent condition. Newer model, Made in England, Hardy with old style quality. Perfect for a 7 or 8 line and up to 100 yards of 20 lb, plenty of backing for trout or light salmon fishing anywhere in the world. Comes in the soft Black vinyl Hardy reel case. ALSO COMES WITH TWO EXTRA SPOOLS. E. 295.00.

 

55752bHDY.jpg (32933 bytes)55752aHDY.jpg (35331 bytes)          55752. HARDY. 3-3/8". ST. GEORGE FLY REEL. Earlier Three Screw Line Guide model. Mk II with duplicating spares. Stepped Brass foot. Bulletproof Metal line guide will never break or crack. Right hand wind only. Original Lead Oxide finish remains at about 90%. with patina. Spool is all natural Spitfire finish. Still a very handsome reel in 100% serviceable condition with everything working correctly. Solid vintage St. George with a good drag and a ton of character. Internal initials stamped "T.A." Great trout reel for a DT5 to WF7 line and backing. Comes in soft Vinyl zippered reel case. E. 495.00.

 

55540Hendryx.jpg (21047 bytes)55540. HENDRYX ?? UNMARKED. 1-9/16". Raised Pillar. Nickel plated, stamped Brass tiny raised pillar reel. One of the smallest of these reels I've ever seen. Fixed click not working. Black Wooden handle knob. Very Cute desk ornament. VG. 25.00.

  55504.   HERMANN - PAUL.   3-3/16".   Salmon Reel.    In the world of exquisite hand-made reels, the astonishing reels created by Dr. Paul Hermann are outstanding. There are now barely more than 170 of these incredible reels in existence, and so far, ONLY two have ever come for sale on the collectible market, strong testimony to how much they are cherished by their lucky owners. Dr. Hermann is close to retirement these days and has indicated that he will cease all reel building efforts when he has reached his 200th salmon reel. That may not take a very long time or he may even decide to stop earlier. Either way, don't miss your chance to own what is arguably on of the finest Salmon reels ever bench made. Here are the details: Constructed of bar stock aluminum to tolerances of one-tenth. Walker, vom Hofe, Zwarg design with precision fitting end plates set into perfectly formed end rings and held together by cross pillars and screws made completely in-house. S-style, counterbalanced handle with black knob. Handle protected by end-plate. Infallible drum and shoe, externally adjustable drag with correctly directional drag adjustment control. 3-3/16" diameter with 1-1/4" spool width takes a #8 and 200 yards or a #10 and 150 yards. Weighs 10 ounces and fits any modern graphite salmon or vintage bamboo rod.   Soft cloth drawstring protective bag. (This model reel is still available on order with right or left hand wind. Specify at time of order).   BRAND NEW.   2250.00.  

 

55563JAFaerial.jpg (31190 bytes)55563. J. AUSTIN FORBES. 2-1/2". AERIAL TROUT REEL. Finely machined in Scotland to picky American taste. This stunning, diminutive diameter large arbor reel is made to accommodate your finest bamboo fly rod that throws a size 2/3/4 line. Fixed click drag with Rim Control. Reversible. Natural finish. Fully vented and ported and weighs a mere 3.12 ounces. Comes in the original two-part box with all factory paperwork Unused. If "unusual" turns your crank, this reel is for you. M. $225.00.

 

55598.jpg (25309 bytes)          55598. J. AUSTIN FORBES. 2-1/2" AERIAL TROUT REEL. Finely machined in Scotland to picky American taste. This stunning, diminutive diameter large arbor reel is made to accommodate your finest bamboo fly rod that throws a size 2/3/4 line. On/off Fixed click drag with Rim Control. Reversible. Bronze finish. Fully vented and ported and weighs a mere 3.12 ounces. Comes in the original two-part box with all factory paperwork Unused. If "unusual" turns your crank, this reel is for you. M. $225.00.

 

55538JapReel.jpg (27938 bytes)55538. JAPANESE ROUND CLICK FLY REEL. 3-1/4". 1950's copy of Pflueger Progress 1784. Decent quality knock-off reel from the late 1950's Japan. Black Enamel Frame and Silver Spool. On/off click check. Reversible. Shows only light finish wear and working just fine. Takes up to a 5/6 line and 50 yards backing. Nice collectible or everyday user. E. $25.00.
55670.jpg (37088 bytes)        55670. JUPITER - KENTUCKY STYLE BAIT CAST REEL. Full Nickel Silver construction. Serial #145. Multiplying Bait Cast Reel Jeweled Bearing Caps. Counter-balanced handle at 4 0'clock position with Celluloid Knobs. Handle plate Drag Switch and On/Off Click Switch. (On/Off Click not working, needs spring blade). Finish is nicely patina'd. The reel shows very little actual use and is free working and wobble free. With proper cleaning and polish could be restored to mint condition. This is a very rare reel. VG. 225.00

 

55610Kalamazoo.jpg (36524 bytes)           55610. KALAMZOO TACKLE CO 1697 AUTO FLY REEL. Black Anodized Model 1697 C Miracle Silent Automatic horizontal Trout sized Auto Fly Reel. Routine Edge wear from fishing use. Working fine. G. 25.00.

 

55716Lacey1c.jpg (28178 bytes)            55716. LACEY & JOHNSON FLY REEL. 2-3/4". TRADITIONAL MODEL SIZE #1.      If you've been looking for a simple, yet elegant fly reel that hearkens back to a time when "American Made" meant something and quality was the norm, not the exception, then listen up! Feast your eyes on the new Lacey & Johnson Traditional Fly Reel. Clean design, machined of aluminum and brass and beautifully appointed. The ultra-smooth and quiet, fixed 55716Lacey1b.jpg (45801 bytes)click drag is like butter and is factory set for Neutral Wind.   The drag is designed to be "broken-in" with use, and, after time, will eventually favor whichever reeling direction the reel is constantly used in, with the stronger drag on the out-go.  This delightful 2-3/4" fly reel has a spool width of just under 1" with ample capacity for up to a WF5 line and 50 yards of 20 lb. backing. At a perfect weight of only 4.4 oz, the reel will balance with your very best trout rod and looks like a million dollars while storing your fly line. Comes in a soft cloth drawstring bag, Offered here for the first time at a special introductory price of only $395. These reels are each serial numbered and all we presently have in stock for immediate delivery are very low numbers. Get yours before they are all gone at this introductory price.   BRAND NEW. 395.00.

 

55733aLACEY.jpg (39608 bytes)          55733. LACEY FLY REEL. 2-3/4" . ADAMS TROUT. One of the better made machined Trout reels done in the vom Hofe style available today. Originally designed and engineered by Bill Adams of NY55733bLACEY.jpg (33411 bytes) and purchased by rod maker Gary Lacey a number of years ago. Gary has spiffed up the original design to create a reel stylistically patterned after the vom Hofe and Bogdan reels. This lovely, light weight, Adjustable Drag, single action reel is exceptionally smooth and weighs a mere 4.3 oz. Black side plates, vented face-plate with silver end rings. The S-shaped handle is integral with the .950" wide spool, as is the Stainless Palming RIM CONTROL Drag feature. This reel features a counterbalanced handle for fish fighting ease. The reel features an easily reversible, externally adjustable pawl drag system that works very smoothly and prevents over run. The real drag work is done with your palm. Designed to take up to a DT5, line and 50 yds. of backing. This fantastic trout reel is virtually brand new, having just been factory tuned by Gary. Comes in an L. L. Bean sheepskin lined, soft leather case. M. 495.00.

 

55753L&J355.jpg (39522 bytes)          55753. LACEY & JOHNSON FLY REEL. 2-3/4". MODEL 355 . Size #1. If you've been looking for a simple, yet elegant fly reel that hearkens back to a time when "American Made" meant something and quality was the norm, not the exception, then listen up! Feast your eyes on the new Lacey & Johnson Model 355 Fly Reel. Patterned after the style of vom Hofe reels with clean design, machined of aluminum and brass and beautifully appointed. The ultra-smooth and quiet, fixed click drag is like butter and can be factory set to favor Right or Left hand Wind, (please specify). But, there's more! On the center back-plate there is a dime sized, smooth, Nickel Silver disk attached to the line spool, and called the L&J CAHILL FINGER DRAG! When additional drag pressure is needed, this disk is designed to be pressured with the finger as the fish runs, to add additional degrees of drag as needed. It has the same effect as spooling with other reels and is one of those "why didn't I think of that?' ideas. Novel and exclusive to Lacey & Johnson reels. This delightful 2-3/4" fly reel has a spool width of just under 1" with ample capacity for up to a WF5 line and 50 yards of 20 lb. backing. At a perfect weight of only 4.4 oz, the reel will balance with your very best trout rod and looks like a million dollars while storing your fly line. Comes in a soft cloth drawstring bag. Offered here for the first time at a special introductory price of only $595. These reels are each serial numbered and all we presently have in stock for immediate delivery are very low numbers. Get yours before they are all gone at this introductory price..                       BRAND NEW. 595.00.

 

55737aLangley.jpg (39023 bytes)            55737. LANGLEY. 3-1/4". MODEL 191-B FLY REEL. Stamped aluminum, San Diego made,55737bLangley.jpg (32944 bytes) lightweight, skeleton style Fly Reel. Gray Krinkle Finish frame and silver spool. Built up like a Pflueger Gem with the size and capacity of a Pflueger 1494. Fixed click drag. Circular stainless line guide. Right hand wind only with Internal Cam Nut for drag spring adjustment to increase the drag click.. Scarce early Langley, that works beautifully and is still very functional. Neat reel from the 40's or 50's. Shows dirt and some finish wear but working just fine. Takes up to a 4/5/6 line and 50 yards backing. Nice collectible or everyday user. E. 75.00.

 

55576MR8.jpg (36545 bytes)55576. MARRYAT MADE GEHRKE REEL. 3-1/8". MR 8A FLY REEL. Barely used, near mint condition example of the Original George Gehrke Reel made for Gehrke, U.S.A. by Marryat before they brought out the same reel completely under their own name. This private label lasted less than a year in the early 1980's, so these original Gehrke World Supreme marked Marryats are really very rare and collectible. This is the same reel as the later model Marryats.  Reversible. Adjustable drag. Rim control. Counter-balanced spool with exceptionally large line capacity for a small reel. Gold finish. Now set up left hand wind. Comes WITH AN EXTRA SPOOL in a Double Decker Suede reel case. N/M. $250.00.

 

55736Martin.jpg (23602 bytes)           55736. MARTIN. AUTOMATIC FLY REEL. MOHAWK NO. 47. Smallest sized, vertical, Green finish aluminum, automatic fly reel. Reel functions perfectly and fishes fine. Panfish and trout reel. Shows routine finish wear, scratches and color deterioration, but otherwise remains in solid mechanical condition. Works fine and will make a great fishing reel.. VG. 35.00.

 

55590.jpg (38800 bytes)               55590. MEEK, B. F. & SONS BAIT CAST REEL. NO. 33 BLUEGRASS. Take-Apart reel model. Low serial number (243) with all serial numbers matching. The German Silver End Plates are the Carter's 1904 & 1905 Patent screw-off type. Housing retains 99% of its original Nickel finish. Knurled Aluminum thumb bar. Counter-balanced, dog-leg, single Celluloid knobbed handle. On-Off click switch. Smooth, free working action. A very desirable handmade Louisville, KY Meek Reel. In superb original condition. E. $295.00.

 

55632Meiss.jpg (30059 bytes)           55632. MEISSELBACH- CATUCCI.  3". SYMPLOREEL 370.   HARD RUBBER TROUT FLY REEL. Newark markings. Fixed click drag. Reversible. Three-Quarter inch wide spool is perfect for a 3 or 4 and 40 yds of backing. Nickel Silver reel foot, screws and cross-pillars. Made from 1931 to the 1950's. No cracks or breaks and working fine. Simple with no frills, but still an absolutely wonderful light line trout reel. Excellent collectible in clean condition E. 325.00.

 

55663a.jpg (30501 bytes)         55663. MEISSELBACH - AIREX. 3-1/8". ABLETTE 371. This is the last fly reel made under the55662b.jpg (27299 bytes) Meisselbach name. ULTRA RARE Airex Fly Reel. Super little single action fly reel is the second largest of the Ablette sizes. Reversible. Fixed click drag. Narrow spool. Very collectible and functional reel for a 4, 5 or 6 weight line. Shows virtually no use in a soft suede zippered case. When it Rains, it pours. from the first in four year to several in a couple of months. Grab yours while you can. E. 125.00

 

55613Mont.jpg (35792 bytes)           55613. MONTAGUE. "#150 MADE IN USA" RAISED PILLAR MULTIPLYING REEL. 150 size, Chrome over Brass, Raised Pillar Multiplying Reel. Handle plate stamped "MADE IN USA" Handle is at six o'clock with a counterbalance and a celluloid knob. Has On-Off click and Drag Button on the back-plate. Perfect collectible that displays really well. Working perfectly. E. 75.00.

 

55611Unmarked.jpg (22119 bytes)          55611. UNMARKED ?? MONTAGUE.  STAMPED METAL FLY REEL. 3-1/4". US made, Gun Metal finish Black color single action click fly reel Circa the 1930's. Possibly by Montague. ON-OFF click check working well. Shows some rusty areas that will clean up OK. Working fine. Nice period reel that remains usable. G. 25.00.

55742aMONT.jpg (26221 bytes)        55742. MONTAGUE ?? UNMARKED. 2-5/8" . RAISED PILLAR SKELETON FLY55742bMONT.jpg (26526 bytes) REEL. Japanned finish brass skeleton raised pillar fly reel, made by Montague circa 1920's. Stamped "Made in U.S.A." on the reel foot. Black painted, tapered wood handle knob. On/off click drag. Counter - balanced spool. The wider 1" spool width can accommodate a 4 or 5 line making this an ideal Midge or Trout reel. Everything works on this reel and it will give great service as an every day user or just look good on a bookshelf. VG. 75. 00.

 

55743aMONT.jpg (23405 bytes)          55743. MONTAGUE ?? UNMARKED 2-5/8" RAISED PILLAR55743bMONT.jpg (24196 bytes) SKELETON FLY REEL Japanned finish brass skeleton raised pillar fly reel, made by Montague circa 1930's. Stamped "Made in U.S.A." on the reel foot. White tapered Tenite handle knob. On/off click drag. Counter - balanced spool. The wider 1" spool width can accommodate a 4 or 5 line making this an ideal Midge or Trout reel. Everything works on this reel and it will give great service as an every day user or just look good on a bookshelf. VG. 75.00

 

55534OceanCtyQuaker City.jpg (23900 bytes)   55534. OCEAN CITY. 3". QUAKER CITY. 150 yd Free Spool Bay Reel. Star drag. On-off click check. Hard Rubber side plates. Chrome over brass. Top quality Ocean City. Excellent condition. E. $40.00.

 

55539OceanCitySOLITE.jpg (28598 bytes)55539. OCEAN CITY ?? UNMARKED SOLITE. 2-5/8". RAISED PILLAR SKELETON FLY REEL. Black Japanned finish, brass skeleton raised pillar fly reel, made by Ocean City circa 1940's. On/off click drag. Counter - balanced spool. Wider 1" spool width can accommodate a 4 or 5 line making this an ideal trout reel. Everything works on this reel and it will give great service as a user or just look good on a bookshelf.   E.    $85.00.

 

55725OceanC.jpg (28473 bytes)        55725. OCEAN CITY. MODEL 936. 200 YD FREE SPOOL SURF CASTING REEL. Star drag. On-off click check. Hard Rubber side plates. Chrome over brass. Top quality Ocean City. Very Good condition. .VG. 20.00.

 

55525OkumaSierra.jpg (24503 bytes)55526. OKUMA. 2-7/8". SIERRA S7/8 FLY REEL. Exceptionally well made Aluminum reel with ample capacity for a 5 to 8 fly line. Reversible Wind. Adjustable internal Disk drag drag and a rim control drag too. Counter balanced handle. Black Enamel finish. Drop forged reel, extra rugged, corrosion-proof finish. Vented spool. Wide spool, Trout sized reel with capacity for up to a WF8 line and 100 yards. Brand new in the box. M. $45.00.

 

55708&9OrvSpin.jpg (35157 bytes)           55708. ORVIS SPIN REEL. MODEL 1. Medium/light open faced spinning reel made in Italy for Orvis in the 70's. Works well with all rods for 4 to 10 lb test. One of the most desirable spin reels from the 70's and a rock solid performer. This rod has seen average use with some minor edge wear. The finish is still very good and the reel is working perfectly. Full bail. With left hand folding crank. Comes with THREE EXTRA SPOOLS. VG. 100.00.

 

55708&9OrvSpin.jpg (35157 bytes)                 55709. ORVIS SPIN REEL.  MODEL 1. Medium/light open faced spinning reel made in Italy for Orvis in the 70's. Works well with all rods for 4 to 10 lb test. One of the most desirable spin reels from the 70's and a rock solid performer. This rod has seen average use with some minor edge wear. The finish is still very good and the reel is working perfectly. Full bail. With left hand folding crank. Comes with THREE EXTRA SPOOLS. VG. 100.00.

 

     55607b.jpg (31535 bytes)       55607. ORVIS. 3.5". MAGNALITE SINGLE ACTION FLY REEL. Made in England for Orvis by55607a.jpg (48703 bytes) J.W. Young in the 1960's. This is the first of this model I've ever seen in SINGLE ACTION. This reel was most popular in the Multiplier version which was wider and took larger line sizes. Excellent quality reel with capacity for up to an 7 line and 75 yards backing. Fully Ventilated, narrow spool for quick line recovery. Reversible wind with either side line guides. Adjustable drag. Rim Control drag too! This fully featured reel is a terrific fishing reel and weighs only 5 ounces. Perfect for a 6 weight bamboo rod! Shows only light use. Made of Magnesium alloy to reduce weight ,so should not be exposed to salt water. Comes in a soft suede case. E. $75.00.

 

55679CFOIII.jpg (50218 bytes)        55679. ORVIS. 3". CFO III BAR STOCK DISK DRAG FLY REEL. Reversible Wind. Machined from Bar Stock. Machined brass internals with a sophisticated Disk Drag. Adjustable Drag. Rim Control. Lovely Bronze Finish. In original nylon/leather zippered case and factory box. Comes with AN EXTRA SPOOL also new in box. Appears unused and still in new condition. Perfect 4 or 5 line trout reel with an amazing drag. M. 265.00
55723OrvMod1.jpg (28791 bytes)            55723. ORVIS SPIN REEL. MODEL 1 SPIN. Smallest trout sized spin reel made in Korea for Orvis. Rock solid performance under heavier use is guaranteed with this reels rear mounted drag and full bail. Well made reel with metal parts from the 1980's. This one has not seen much use at all and functions perfectly. Spool release button is missing, but everything working 100%. Reversible folding crank and Anti Twist System. E. 20.00.

 

55724Orv101.jpg (27276 bytes)                   55724. ORVIS SPIN REEL. MODEL 101. Standard sized open faced light action high speed retrieve, spinning reel made in Italy for Orvis. Works well with all rods for 6 to 16 lb test. Later model from the 70's and a rock solid performer. This reel has seen light use and is working perfectly and is in fine condition. 100%mechanical performance with a crisp bail spring and excellent drag. Full folding bail. With right hand folding crank for left handed casters. E. 50.00.

 

55748aPEERLESS.jpg (34095 bytes)        55748. PEERLESS. 3.0". MODEL 1-1/2 TROUT. One of the nicest looking and best made55748bPEERLESS.jpg (31802 bytes) machined Trout reels on today's market. Patterned after the vom Hofe and Bogdan reels, this lovely, light weight, Adjustable Drag, single action reel is exceptionally smooth. Black side plates with silver color end rings and S-shaped handle. The reel features an easily reversible, externally adjustable, pawl click drag system that is absolutely amazing. Weighs only 4.9 oz. Designed to take up to a DT5 line and 30 yds. 20# backing. Classic light trout reel comes in factory zippered, sheepskin lined, soft leather case. Barely used. N/M. 550.00.

 

55537PfluSalTrout.jpg (33403 bytes)55537. PFLUEGER - 1554. 3-5/8". SAL-TROUT FLY REEL. Scarce size, early Model 1554 lightweight, skeleton style Fly Reel. Stamped with the Bull Dog Logo. Black Enamel Frame and Spool. On/off click check. Reversible. Machined Brass screwed reel foot. Shows only light finish wear and working just fine. Takes up to a 5/6 line and 50 yards backing. Nice collectible or everyday user. E. $60.00.

 

           55490. PFLUEGER. 2-7/8". Progress 1774 Fly Reel. Later Model 1774. All Brass, round frame, oxidized Gunmetal. Natural satin finish aluminum spool w/black handle knob. Skeleton Reel with on/off click check. Fully ventilated. Holds a 4 or 5 line and backing. Shows virtually no use. Working fine and right out of the 1960's. N/M. $45.00

 

55729Pflue.jpg (52864 bytes)       55729. PFLUEGER – SHAKESPEARE. 3-5/8". MODEL 1495-1/2 CJ. MEDALIST FLY REEL. Takes a 7/8/9/10 line with lots of backing. Built in the 1970's in Japan by Shakespeare. Comes with an American made extra spool. Wide spool gives large capacity. Reversible. Adjustable drag. This reel is in perfect mechanical and very good cosmetic condition with only minor paint abrasions. Hard to find size. Well built reel. E. 75.00.

 

55720Pfl1492.jpg (33430 bytes)        55720. PFLUEGER. 2-7/8". MODEL 1492. SECOND MODEL MEDALIST FLY REEL. This is an early original Pflueger Medalist reel made in the late 1930's. Removable spool with a marbleized latch cover and handle knob. Fixed click drag.. Right hand wind only. Screwed reel foot. Sculptured and riveted cross pillars. The Second model square Stainless Diamolite line guide screwed in place. Black enamel finish shows routine edge wear from use with about 90% remaining. Working perfectly. Scarce model Pflueger for a DT3 or 4 line. E. 95.00

 

55739aPFL1554.jpg (51497 bytes)         55739. PFLUEGER - 1554 . 3-1/2". SAL-TROUT FLY REEL. Scarce trout size Sal-Trout,55739bPFL1554.jpg (42571 bytes) early Model 1554 lightweight, skeleton style, single action fly reel. Stamped with the early Bull Dog Logo. Black Enamel Frame and Spool. shows silvering at the edges. On/off click check. Reversible. Early Machined Brass and screwed reel foot. Retains about 80% finish and is working just fine with a strong drag spring. Takes up to a 5/6/7line and 50 yards backing. Nice collectible or everyday user with any 30's or 40's fly rod. I n the original Green Pflueger box with a perfect label. VG. 75.00.

 

55480Robichaud.jpg (28191 bytes)55480. ROBICHAUD – D. L. Trout Reel. 2-15/16".  D. L. Robichaud, of Hudson, NH, has made some truly exquisite reels ala Stan Bogdan in style and appearance. His reels have a good following and are very hard to find.  This is his Trout Model. Champagne/ Black, Bogdan style trout reel. Vented handle side plate and S-shaped, counter-balanced handle. Black side plates, Champagne spool, reel foot and frame. Beautifully crafted and a very attractive reel. Fixed click check drag. Right hand wind only. 11/16" wide spool takes a 4/5 line and 50 yards backing. Shows no use in a soft leather zippered reel case. Half the price of a Bogdan and they are hard to tell apart.  M. 675.00.

 

55617Ross4.jpg (31557 bytes)   55617. ROSS #4. 3-3/4". FLY START LARGE ARBOR REEL. Still can't figure how Ross can deliver so much reel for so little money. Black finish. Adjustable Drag. Rim Control. Fully ventilated. Easily converted wind. Takes 6, 7 or 8 line & backing. Unused in the box with instructions. For the money these reels are impossible to beat. Great buy here. M. 40.00.   

 

55569SASysTwo.jpg (37116 bytes)55569. SCI ANGLER - 3M. 3-1/2". System TWO Model 78 Fly Reel. Made in England for Sci Angler. Vented Spool. Reversible wind. Adjustable Drag. Rim Control feature. Capacity for a WF8 line and 175 yards of backing. A lot of great features for a small amount of money. Barely used in a neoprene reel case. N/M. $90.00

 

55589.jpg (25994 bytes)           55589. SHAKESPEARE. MODEL 1740. TOURNAMENT FREE SPOOL BAIT CAST. Nickel Silver model FK. Hand built in 1951. Perhaps one of the finest action bait casting reels ever made. This very scarce model is perfect with light action 1/4 to 3/8 oz bamboo casting rods and for thread-line casting. Jeweled bearing caps, backlash adjustable, on-off click, free spool activated by moving handle outward. Lightweight Aluminum spool, dual knob counterbalanced aluminum handle. Still one of the best reels you can use, works great for both fishing and tournament casting. In superb original condition. E. $250.00.

 

55672.jpg (29699 bytes)          55672. SHAKESPEARE. MODEL 1740. TOURNAMENT FREE SPOOL BAIT CAST. Nickel Silver55672b.jpg (30093 bytes) model HE. Hand built in 1936. Perhaps one of the finest action bait casting reels ever made. This very scarce model is perfect with light action 1/4 to 3/8 oz bamboo casting rods and for thread-line casting. Jeweled bearing caps, backlash adjustable, on-off click, free spool activated by moving handle outward. Lightweight Aluminum spool, dual knob counterbalanced aluminum handle. Still one of the best reels you can use, works great for both fishing and tournament casting. In superb original condition. E. 250.00
55608&09Shakes.jpg (28616 bytes)         55608. SHAKESPEARE SILENT TRU-ART #1837 AUTO FLY REEL. Green Anodized Model 1837 GD horizontal Trout sized Auto Fly Reel. Routine Edge wear from fishing use. Working fine. G. 25.00.

 

55608&09Shakes.jpg (28616 bytes)         55609. SHAKESPEARE SILENT TRU-ART #1837 AUTO FLY REEL. Green Anodized Model 1837 GE horizontal Trout sized Auto Fly Reel. Routine Edge wear from fishing use. Working fine. G. 25.00.

 

     55514. THOMMEN - RECORD - EARLY MODEL 400 SPIN REEL. Very high quality Swiss Made Spin Reel from the late 40's, early 1950's. Cast aluminum frame and housing with metal spool. Full bail. Folding handle knob. Left hand crank. Handle mounted anti reverse switch. Rear housing mounted drag adjustment knob was way ahead of its time. Made extremely well and a strong collector. Some finish discoloration and wear, but 100% mechanically. Very Scarce collector's reel. VG. $40.00

 

55462. TIBOR. 3-5/8". Back Country Wide. Light Salt Water, Salmon, Heavy Trout and Bass Reel. Highest quality, machined aluminum bar stock, Large Arbor, Bonefish, Redfish, Baby Tarpon, Salmon,, Bass and more reel. Adjustable drag. Rim Control. Direct drive. Vented Spool. Reversible Wind. Weighs 6.5 oz and takes up to a WF8 and 225 yards backing. Hard coat, BLACK color anodized frame and spool, saltwater proof finish. Comes in a factory neoprene reel case. One of the finest reels on today's market. Outstanding reel. BRAND NEW.   395.00.

 

55463. TIBOR. 3-5/8". Back Country Wide. Light Salt Water, Salmon, Heavy Trout and Bass Reel. Highest quality, machined aluminum bar stock, Large Arbor, Bonefish, Redfish, Baby Tarpon, Salmon,, Bass and more reel. Adjustable drag. Rim Control. Direct drive. Vented Spool. Reversible Wind. Weighs 6.5 oz and takes up to a WF8 and 225 yards backing. Hard coat, DARK GREEN color anodized frame and spool, saltwater proof finish. Comes in a factory neoprene reel case. One of the finest reels on today's market. Outstanding reel. BRAND NEW.    395.00.

 

55687C1.jpg (44333 bytes)          55687. T&T. 2-15/16". CLASSIC C1 REEL. Made in the 1980's exclusively for T&T by Ross Hauck of Ross Reels. Similar to the Ross Gunnison reel. Incredibly light 4.0 oz. aluminum fly reel with ball bearing action. Reversible, Adjustable Drag. Rim Control, Easily interchanged vented and counter-balanced spool. Takes a 2. 3 or 4 line and 100 yards of backing. Ross Gunnison spools will also fit this reel. Comes with AN EXTRA SPOOL in a Neoprene reel case.. E. 225.00

 

55688C1.jpg (37329 bytes)          55688. T&T. 2-15/16". CLASSIC C1 REEL. Made in the 1980's exclusively for T&T by Ross Hauck of Ross Reels. Similar to the Ross Gunnison reel. Incredibly light 4.0 oz. aluminum fly reel with ball bearing action. Reversible, Adjustable Drag. Rim Control, Easily interchanged vented and counter-balanced spool. Takes a 2. 3 or 4 line and 100 yards of backing. Ross Gunnison spools will also fit this reel. Comes with AN EXTRA SPOOL in a Suede reel case.. E. 225.00

 

55684aC3.jpg (24388 bytes)                55684. T&T. 3-7/16". CLASSIC C3 REEL. Made in the 1980's exclusively for T&T by Ross Hauck of Ross Reels.55684C3.jpg (38075 bytes) Similar to the Ross Gunnison reel. Incredibly light 4.5 oz. aluminum fly reel with ball bearing action. Reversible, Adjustable Drag. Rim Control, Easily interchanged vented and counter-balanced spool. Takes a 5 or 6 line and 100 yards of backing. Ross Gunnison spools will also fit this reel. Comes with cloth pouch. E. 165.00

 

55685C3.jpg (40052 bytes)          55685. T&T. 3-7/16". CLASSIC C3 REEL. Made in the 1980's exclusively for T&T by Ross Hauck of Ross Reels. Similar to the Ross Gunnison reel. Incredibly light 4.5 oz. aluminum fly reel with ball bearing action. Reversible, Adjustable Drag. Rim Control, Easily interchanged vented and counter-balanced spool. Takes a 5 or 6 line and 100 yards of backing. Ross Gunnison spools will also fit this reel. Com4es with AN EXTRA SPOOL in a double decker suede reel case. E. 225.00

 

55686C3.jpg (39922 bytes)                   55686. T&T. 3-7/16". CLASSIC C3 REEL. Made in the 1980's exclusively for T&T by Ross Hauck of Ross Reels. Similar to the Ross Gunnison reel. Incredibly light 4.5 oz. aluminum fly reel with ball bearing action. Reversible, Adjustable Drag. Rim Control, Easily interchanged vented and counter-balanced spool. Takes a 5 or 6 line and 100 yards of backing. Ross Gunnison spools will also fit this reel. Comes with AN EXTRA SPOOL in a Neoprene reel case. E. 225.00

 

55689C4.jpg (44164 bytes)                   55689. T&T. 3-3/4". CLASSIC C4 SALMON REEL. Made in the 1980's exclusively for T&T by Ross Hauck of Ross Reels. Similar to the Ross Gunnison reel. Incredibly light 5.0 oz. aluminum fly reel with ball bearing action. Reversible, Adjustable Drag. Rim Control, Easily interchanged vented and counter-balanced spool. Takes a up to a WF9 line and 225 yards of backing. Ross Gunnison spools will also fit this reel. Comes with TWO EXTRA SPOOLS in a Suede double decker reel case. Used little. N/M. 295.00

 

55612JVHMulti.jpg (44833 bytes)         55612. VOM HOFE - JULIUS. 2-1/8". MULTIPLIER BAIT CAST REEL. Number 4 size, New York Style 2-1/8" diameter, Nickel over Brass/Hard Rubber Multiplying Reel marked with the maker's name and the '85 & '89 patent dates. Star washer drag and on-off click knob on the hard rubber backplate, Rosette screw washers, counterbalanced handle with shaped crossbar and Ebonite knob. Action is very smooth and working beautifully. Very Good antique condition with no cracks or chips out of the plates. VG. 325.00.

 

55614JvomH.jpg (48258 bytes)                55614. VOM HOFE - JULIUS. 2". PLATE HANDLE FLY REEL. Number 3 size, 2" diameter, Nickel over Brass, Plate Handle Fly Reel. Handle plate stamped "Julius vom Hofe Maker, NY" Handle side hard rubber end plate is badly broken and chipped as visible in the photo. It is also missing a cross-pillar, lost along the way. Fixed click drag and Hard rubber handle knob. Perfect for a #4 or 5 line and backing with 1.08" spool width. Despite the damage, this reel still works as designed, testimony to the vom Hofe genius and build quality. Fishable as is, but you may want to check with Arch Archuletta on repair costs at his website www.archuletasreelworks.com F. 125.00.

 

         55633. VOM HOFE - EDWARD. MODEL 501 6/0   "STAR" TARPON & OCEAN REEL. Difficult to find model   & size of this superb salt water reel. German Silver, Free Spool, Tarpon Reel. Hard Rubber side plates. Click/Drag and Slip Clutch Drag controlled by left rear, rim, throw-off lever. Free Spool controlled by right rear, rim, throw-off lever. Early Handle stop-lock on side plate. Lovely, substantial, unmolested salt water reel never equaled by any maker. July 14.96 & May 20.02 patent dates. Offset, ventilated foot. Working freely and properly and in excellent mechanical condition. Reel is tarnished with an even patina. Will respond beautifully to some TLC and gentle hand polishing with Simi-chrome polish to bring up to Excellent Plus condition. VG. 795.00.55633aVomHofe.jpg (37984 bytes)55633bVomHofe.jpg (39146 bytes)55633cVomHofe.jpg (29192 bytes)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

55398. Vision Extreme Fly Reel. 3.75". Extreme 79 Model. Highest quality, British made, machined aluminum, large arbor fly reel finished in high gloss Titanium color anodizing. Fully vented, counter-balanced, rapid retrieve spool with Rim-Control drag. Adjustable, large swept area, internal Cork/Teflon Disk Drag. Reversible. Silent in and click out. Nice reel, nice features, superb workmanship and great line and backing capacity for up to a WF8 and 100 yards backing. Barely used, in a soft Neoprene case. Fantastic reel for the money. sells for 275 British Pounds in England, about $550. N/M. 225.00

 

55535Y&E.jpg (74987 bytes)           55535. YAWMAN & ERBE AUTOMATIC. FLY REEL. The first automatic fly reel. 1st Model, All Brass, automatic fly reel with Dec. 7, 1880 & July 5, 1881 U.S. Patent Dates. Also Stamped with the early Jany 8, 1881 Canadian Pat Date. The finger lever is not stamped. Reel still functions really well, however the finish shows 130 Plus Years of tarnish. Beneath the tarnish, the reel shows very little actual wear. One of this country's most popular reels from the Victorian era to the 1920's. Excellent collectible. E. $195.00.

 

55654Lamson.jpg (33133 bytes)             55654. WATERWORKS - LAMSON. RADIUS 3 FLY REEL. Radius is a fully machined reel that brings quality and55654bLamson.jpg (38200 bytes) performance to use with a 6, 7 or 8 line and backing Adjustable drag. Reversible. Rim Control. Mid Arbor Spool. Was $189 new. Unused in the box with original reel case. M. 130.00

55693VanS.jpg (48975 bytes)             55693. RARE VAN STAAL FLY REEL. 3.5". FR 35  SPAKENBERG. For a very short time, around 2000, Van Staal made a55693bVanS.jpg (39433 bytes) truly superior Salt Water Fly Reel. Very few were ever built and delivered of these first model reel. There were three sizes offered, this was the middle size. The other two models were the FR30 Elburg and the FR40 Zeeland. With capacity for a 7 to 9 weight line and 300 to 200 yards of backing respectively, a sealed Disk drag and a Ball-bearing heart, this is the consummate salt water fly reel. Easy left/right reversal and rim control feature too!   This is reel #00172.  It is believed there were less than a couple of hundred of these fine reels ever made, making them far scarcer than the Charlton and Wedding Cake Fin-Nor reels. Shortly after the Century turn, the company changed hands twice in succession and this reel was discontinued as it was too expensive to build. This reel appears unused and remains in mint condition. Comes in a soft neoprene case. Never used. M.      BEST OFFER OVER $2000.00.

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