Pflueger 551

[Midway Tommy]

Love that gray look of the Pfluegers.  That cost extra over the Shakespeares, even thought they were basically the same reels.

Frank

So, given the popularity of the classic Shakes. 2062, are the Pflueger  versions cheaper?

Originally they were more expensive and  today, as collectable, they usually bring a lot more than the Shakespeares, mainly because not as many were made so they are harder to find.

[jgp12000]

It's a nice looking reel the emblem with the fish is what I like.

[jgp12000]

I forget,help me remember, what is the weak point(plastic part) on some models of Shakespeare spinners.I know it's here somewhere,EB or the other model?I assume the trade reels might have the same issue,just curious if I get a hankering to get one someday...I know what to look for?

Also,
Are spools or any other parts interchangeable between all the trade reels & Shakes? 

[CincyDavid]

I won't swear to it, but I think the newer 2052 variants with the simplified black handle have some cheapened internal parts. I don't even own a 2052, but I'm keeping my eyes out for a deal on an older one.

[Midway Tommy]

Some of the later models, "D"s, mainly DCs, have a plastic bushing & click gear molded onto the main shaft that the spool rides on/against. Here's an example and fix for a cracked 2052 bushing.
https://alantani.com/index.php?msg=285584

[CincyDavid]

Thanks Tommy, I knew one of the folks who know these things would chime in.

[jgp12000]

David you have found some gems there I tell you what!

[CincyDavid]

Thanks!  this has become a very calming, low-dollar hobby for me and I enjoy just tinkering with these reels.

[CincyDavid]

Another 551 arrived today, seemed a little sluggish, but I took it apart and it had just a light coating of beige grease, which I removed and relubed it. The more I think about it, sitting in the mailbox in 30 degree temps probably led to the sluggish feel, and fresh lube and 72 in the house helped a bunch.

[JasonGotaProblem]

Problem with the current weather pattern is that could describe either of your homes

[CincyDavid]

Problem with the current weather pattern is that could describe either of your homes

Isn't that the truth?!? Wild weather this winter. Snowing in Cincy again, but at least it's about 30 degrees and if you stay off I-74 you're probably OK.

[Buck 110]

Thanks Tommy!  I have at least for the moment started focusing on Shakespeare reels, 1959-1980ish, US production, including private label products like Wright & McGill Eagle Claw and Ted Williams, and of course Shakespeare and Pflueger. I figure that's manageable.

Are there Wright & McGill and Ted Williams reels that are identical internally with the Shakespeare 2062 and Pflueger 551?

If so, what would their model numbers be?

Thanks for any information.

[Midway Tommy]

Thanks Tommy!  I have at least for the moment started focusing on Shakespeare reels, 1959-1980ish, US production, including private label products like Wright & McGill Eagle Claw and Ted Williams, and of course Shakespeare and Pflueger. I figure that's manageable.

Are there Wright & McGill and Ted Williams reels that are identical internally with the Shakespeare 2062 and Pflueger 551?

If so, what would their model numbers be?

Thanks for any information.

Ted Williams examples would be the TW IV & TW 470. Wright McGill/Eagle Claw is the ECM.

All those reels' designs are the same but all the parts may not be identical and/or interchangeable as there were multiple variations of the Shakespeare Royal Maroon series.