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06/14/22 20:09
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Last post by dave363640
06/02/22 10:44
Bent face plate
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Palakona123 »
03/03/21 17:03
When playing around with my 3 3/8 perfect a while ago I noticed that the faceplate is slightly bent, and toutches down on one of the pawls.
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Last post by Recidivist13
06/01/22 16:44
2 WT reel suggestions
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Donk93953 »
03/07/17 17:53
Just ordered a Chris Clemes 2 wt, 7foot, Black Beauty bamboo rod.
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Last post by DinoC
05/23/22 10:42
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Last post by PRGriff
05/02/22 16:40
Two Lightweights...fix or sell?
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billems »
02/11/22 13:05
I own two Hardy lightweights, an LRH and a Featherweight. They're fairly dogged up looking from years of use, but both function fairly well. Last...
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Last post by Short Tip
03/17/22 16:56
Handwriting ID.
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Varoooom7 »
11/21/21 16:28
I believe that the tag may be in Stan Bogdan's writing, Bill Hunter or someone associated with either business. The reel was purchased new in June of...
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Last post by Brian K. Shaffer
02/01/22 07:53
Not Sure what this is - but it's cool
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I picked up this reel the other day - wasn't really after the reel - I wanted the Silk Fly line on it for restoration
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Last post by WallaceWatson
11/04/21 14:13
Hardy Golden Sovereign
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Mister Bill »
07/22/21 21:46
I am not sure if a Hardy Sovereign Gold would be considered a classic reel, but if it is, I have a request for information.
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Last post by G-ManBart
09/08/21 12:20
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Last post by flyty2
07/24/21 12:55
Do you know what this reel is?
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1carazy1 »
03/28/20 19:58
Please help identify this reel. My father in law passed and I am trying help my mother in law find out what the reel is and what it might be worth....
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Last post by Low Profile
07/21/21 20:43
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Last post by JeraldMiller
07/18/21 17:48
Winston Perfect 3 3/8” & Spare spool
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Shempy »
12/31/19 16:43
Cleaning out the moving boxes and found my Winston Perfect and spare spool, haven’t seen to many of these reels around, would appreciate some info on...
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Last post by mtnhiker85
01/30/21 03:16
Willow Classic Reels?
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Steelman »
02/09/20 10:58
anyone have info on Willow classic reels? I found one in the back of my gear bag. Probably purchased 7-8 years ago. Very nice reel with maple burl...
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Last post by 4thru8weights
09/14/20 11:33
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Last post by Shrimpman
09/11/20 23:10
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Last post by 60InchDV8
07/16/20 12:53
New Reels for Bamboo- REVISED
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Sz20DF »
11/22/12 08:40
What is the current (modern reels) reel of choice for bamboo rods? I seldom see any but old Hardy's, CFO's and vintage reels on bamboo rods. I'm...
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Last post by 3creeks
05/18/20 23:33
Peux Speedline Classic
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thereelthing »
04/05/20 09:51
Hi guys! I hope everyone from the forum is safe and healthy in these crazy times.
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Last post by Paul B
05/13/20 09:22
Reel feet
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Jules1 »
04/30/20 14:32
Does anyone make replacement reel feet? I have a couple Peerless reels with feet too thin for my slide ring bamboo rods. I made a couple wood wedges...
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Last post by ffftroutbum
05/01/20 17:15
Info Request
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maperry12 »
04/13/20 13:59
I have purchased a 1890s 8 1/2' Burtis and would like to match it for display with a reasonably priced US made period reel. I was hoping to keep it...
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Last post by maperry12
04/14/20 14:13
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