I have searched the internet for information but have not found anything. Does anyone know which model it is (1915 pattern?) and what the numbers 21257 stamped on the reel seat mean.
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Thanks
More likely years of muck built up between the spindle and the outer handle. The rivet won't have tightened itself since the reel left the factory. No use squirting WD40 or oil behind it, as that'll just make matters worse; you could try using compressed air to blow the muck out, but chances are it's so gummed up by now the only solution would be to remove the handle, separate the spindle, clean it up and re-assemble - and on a reel of that age and value it would certainly be a job best reserved for Gary Mills.SeanM wrote:If it turns, but is tight, check that the rivet isn't turning as well. If the rivet isn't turning it's probably the rivet that is too tight. On a reel of that age (and value) I'd be reluctant to fiddle too much, but there will be someone (Gary Mills for example) out there who can help.