The Traditional Fisherman's Forum

This is the other Nottingham star back reel I own. Written on wooden back inside is the number 17, this could relate to the service history so the reel could be older than 1917.

Another lovely reel Mark.

Thanks JT

Always wanted one of these, must sort that outdone day!

Only just noticed this as I was messing about trying to post something about Slater latches. That' s a Sheffield **reel, Mark, with a hollowed-out back like that; the check slide-plate with the pin and slot is supposed to be Smith and Wall's hallmark.*

What a great pair of reels!

* [Edit] Somebody said so on ebay, whereafter everybody on ebay says so, so it must be true...

** Sheffield-style, that is, not necessarily made there, but aimed at speed-demon matchmen rather than Trent bagging (sorry) merchants!

I can't see a hallmark on it Vole but it's nice to know the reel style, thank you. :thumb:

Lovely reel that Mark, looks well cared for. :thumb:

There is a book called "Rosewood to Revolution" by John Stephenson which describes the development of the centre pin reel but not many were published and I haven't yet seen one for sale which I could afford One lives in hope..I would love to learn more about these beautiful reels.

I've seen lots of these style wooden reels on the ebays, can you recommend any particular make Mark and what sort of price range should one be looking at

I don't know too much about them to be honest Loop. I purchased this one about 16 years ago from Steven Woolley in Ashbourne. I think then it was £30.00. Hopefully someone else here will be able to advise you Loop.

That looks the same as the one young Peter uses.