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Title: I finally own a 16/0
Post by: Sharkin904 on March 06, 2016, 04:38:34 PM

I got a great deal from a coworker's dad. Couldn't pass it up. No real info on the rod other that it's beefy, and all Aftco rollers. Needs a good cleanup but it's solid. On with the pics!
(http://i112.photobucket.com/albums/n186/ExSohc/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zpsnilf3ohr.jpeg) (http://s112.photobucket.com/user/ExSohc/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zpsnilf3ohr.jpeg.html)(http://i112.photobucket.com/albums/n186/ExSohc/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zpsqdq2yfxd.jpeg) (http://s112.photobucket.com/user/ExSohc/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zpsqdq2yfxd.jpeg.html)
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(http://i112.photobucket.com/albums/n186/ExSohc/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zpsqdq2yfxd.jpeg) (http://s112.photobucket.com/user/ExSohc/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zpsqdq2yfxd.jpeg.html)
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(http://i112.photobucket.com/albums/n186/ExSohc/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zps4qgwmchu.jpeg) (http://s112.photobucket.com/user/ExSohc/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zps4qgwmchu.jpeg.html)

Title: Re: I finally own a 16/0
Post by: Shark Hunter on March 06, 2016, 04:40:09 PM

Shweeet!

Title: Re: I finally own a 16/0
Post by: Sharkin904 on March 06, 2016, 04:42:12 PM

Ya know...I knew these were big, but I'd never actually laid eyes on one until now. It's mind blowing lol. This was my bucket list reel to own, I can't stop looking at it haha. Might try to talk him down on the 14/0 he has as well. We'll see ;)

Title: Re: I finally own a 16/0
Post by: Maxed Out on March 06, 2016, 05:56:39 PM

That's a keeper Nick.

I would date the reel to early to mid 1950's. A great find !!

I also love the design on the lower part of the rod. Does it have a straight butt aftco ?? Did you get the harness assemblies with it ?? I just love seeing these all setup and ready to separate the men from the boys. ;) ;)

Ted

Title: Re: I finally own a 16/0
Post by: Sharkin904 on March 06, 2016, 08:10:55 PM

Thanks man! It does have a straight butt Aftco on it, along with the harness'. Just had it apart to inspect it. Stoked to own one finally

Title: Re: I finally own a 16/0
Post by: Maxed Out on March 06, 2016, 08:17:31 PM

I say early to mid 50's from the shape of the knob and large oiler on it.

If you peel the line off and find a 3 piece spool, then you know its early 50's. I believe the cast bronze spool came out in 1955.

Title: Re: I finally own a 16/0
Post by: Alto Mare on March 07, 2016, 12:00:16 AM

Nice!!! I'm 99% sure it is a three-piece spool, definitely a great reel for a collector.

Title: Re: I finally own a 16/0
Post by: coastal_dan on March 07, 2016, 05:49:26 PM

Nice!!!

Title: Re: I finally own a 16/0
Post by: TheReelShop on March 08, 2016, 12:48:31 AM

bro sweet come up on that.. congrats!!!

Title: Re: I finally own a 16/0
Post by: luckybass on March 09, 2016, 06:03:20 AM

Very Cool

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