A friend of mine saw this reel at a flea market in St. Augustine Florida. The guy said he had bought it that morning from another dealer and it wasn't currently for sale. My buddy said it was at least a 12/0 size and maybe bigger. Can anyone identify the make? At this point, it's for curiosity sake. Sorry, it's the only picture I have.
Randy McConnell
Reeltyme
That sure is an interesting drag setup. I would think it would be tell-tale. ;)
I agree Tommy. That and the micarta sides covered with brass plates should be good indicators.
The liberal use of hex nuts would lead you to think it is a one-off from someone's shop. The handle blade is put together with fasteners instead of being forged. There are tool marks on the spool arbor.
Looks like something made in someone's shop, nice work though
I've seen a hex fitting like the one on the spool cap on old pfleuger reels. That doesn't rule out a DIY though
Quote from: oc1 on March 18, 2024, 05:33:50 AMThe liberal use of hex nuts would lead you to think it is a one-off from someone's shop. The handle blade is put together with fasteners instead of being forged. There are tool marks on the spool arbor.
Quote from: Swami805 on March 18, 2024, 12:18:58 PMLooks like something made in someone's shop, nice work though
My thoughts also ... Wish it was my shop.. :cf
Really cool. A post frame that looks pretty strong.
Wishing I had better pictures. Really wishing I had it in my collection. As for age, I'm leaning towards the 30's.
Quote from: Jerry on March 18, 2024, 11:46:35 AMThere is a site called oldreelcollectorsassociation.com or .org ?
that has a lot of old guys might know about this one .
If not ok to post links mods please excuse and delete
Pretty sure Randy is well aware of ORCA.
Quote from: Midway Tommy on March 18, 2024, 05:13:46 PMQuote from: Jerry on March 18, 2024, 11:46:35 AMThere is a site called oldreelcollectorsassociation.com or .org ?
that has a lot of old guys might know about this one .
If not ok to post links mods please excuse and delete
Pretty sure Randy is well aware of ORCA.
👍🏻 Nuff said Tommy
Quote from: Midway Tommy on March 18, 2024, 05:13:46 PMQuote from: Jerry on March 18, 2024, 11:46:35 AMThere is a site called oldreelcollectorsassociation.com or .org ?
that has a lot of old guys might know about this one .
If not ok to post links mods please excuse and delete
Pretty sure Randy is well aware of ORCA.
The man used his first post to provide a helpful recommendation to someone he doesn't know. I, for one, appreciate his offer
Quote from: Jerry on March 18, 2024, 11:46:35 AMThere is a site called oldreelcollectorsassociation.com or .org ?
that has a lot of old guys might know about this one .
If not ok to post links mods please excuse and delete
Thanks Jerry! Welcome to the forum!
You're absolutely correct Chris. Did not mean to offend Jerry. Yes, a big thank you Jerry and for sure a big welcome as well. The ORCA remark stems from a long ago inside joke. Sorry for the misunderstanding.
Despite likely being a 'shop project', the drag adjuster (just behind the counterweight on the reel above) bears a striking resemblance to Jigging Master's recently added 'Turbo knob'.
Coincidence? I think not! ;) ;D
Some of us "Old" reel collectors collect old reels and some of us "Old" reel collectors don't consider ourselves "Old". Some of us "ORCA" members have a sense of humor and are well aware of the inside joke and chuckle about it and, then again, some don't.
Welcome, Jerry, and nice to see you've figured out how to get to the "Old Reel Collectors Assocciation" website. You might want to consider becoming a paid ORCA member and take advantage of their member benefits. :d
Damn Tommy! Are we old? I guess we are getting up in years, just not quite there yet. I gotta say, nothing like those OLD reels!
Jerry, don't take it to heart about the ORCA website joking. Tommy and I have been around quite a while. Everyone that's been in the collecting mode for any length of time knows ORCA. The site is filled with a great many very knowledgeable folks. What one person doesn't know, someone else does. It would be a great benefit to you to consider joining the site if you are new to collecting. Just keep your conversations to reels. And seriously, welcome to the Tani family!
It's too bad you feel so insulted, Jerry, getting to ORCA was meant to be a compliment. There's a lot to be learned from experienced researchers and collectors over there with regards to old, antique, vintage & collectable fishing reels. ;D
I'm joining this conversation late and can't see any of "Jerry's" postings, but from what I see I have no idea what chapped Jerry's butt so bad. I for one don't feel the need to beg anyone back to the BEST SITE IN THE WORLD. If ya left that easy ya must not have wanted to be here so bad.
Back to "Reel Business"
Warmest regards, >:D
Dom