Hi,
Would anybody be kind enough to let me know any details about this reel please - model, age etc
I bought it last year at the Reddich tackle fair but I'm afraid I'm no expert so any info would be gratefully received
Many Thanks
Aerial info
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JohnnyP
Aerial info
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Davyr
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Hi JohnnyP - The shape of the badge on the back dates your Allcocks Aerial to circa 1950. Lovely reels - I'm guessing you paid in the region of £150 - 200 for it?
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JohnnyP
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Thanks for the info davyr
I paid exactly £100 and took it to Gary Mills for a quick once over first - we both agreed it was a bit of a bargain
I paid exactly £100 and took it to Gary Mills for a quick once over first - we both agreed it was a bit of a bargain
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JonnyP, it looks like you have Model C815 (1946 to 1966) this reel was released as the 'New Ventilated Aerial'. It was introduced to replace Model 7950-T10 (1932 to 1946). Your reel was produced in two sizes, 3¾” and 4½”. The larger size was advertised as being salt proof and ideal for the sea angler. The smaller size aimed at the freshwater angler. I can't tell from the picture what size your reel is, but in either case you have a wonderful piece of history there. :thumb:
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JohnnyP
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Mark - thankyou so much for the wonderful info - the reel is the 3 3/4" model
It really is a lovely reel
Thanks
It really is a lovely reel
Thanks
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No problem JohnnyP.JohnnyP wrote:Mark - thankyou so much for the wonderful info - the reel is the 3 3/4" model
It really is a lovely reel
Thanks
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The most precious places in the English landscape are those secretive corners,
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Made by JW Youngs and sharing parts with the Trudex, Rapidex and Flickem Perfection.
Not that that detracts from it in any way!
Not that that detracts from it in any way!
Quot homines, tot sententiae.
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RightCharlie
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A couple of points - it looks like it may have been the grey finish rather than black, fewer were made. Secondly it has a painted alloy foot rather than the later chrome one, suggesting its an early one. Bob Singleton's excellent book doesn't mention these differences.
Collectors keep your eyes open for the 3 3/4" with a black foot again less common.
Excellent usable Aerials without breaking the bank.
Collectors keep your eyes open for the 3 3/4" with a black foot again less common.
Excellent usable Aerials without breaking the bank.
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Unless your bank is in Cyprus ... apparently !RightCharlie wrote:Excellent usable Aerials without breaking the bank.
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