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Question on Charlton fly reel?
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smsnyder »
02/10/17 15:38
I am looking at a new Charlton 8450c 7/8 from an estate. Can anyone tell me what is worth? Are these reels any good? thanks
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03/20/18 22:17
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02/20/18 18:54
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Last post by JR SPEY
02/17/18 09:54
PatecReel
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by
Quilbilly »
01/26/18 19:43
I've been trying to date this reel with not much luck.
Serial number is K 61
Any ideas as to date ?
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Last post by jim royston
02/02/18 11:21
Hardy Perfect Tension Screw Location
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raley57 »
12/26/17 19:29
I have what I believe to be a a late 40's 3 1/8 Perfect, straight line lettering, sans agate, and leaded finish. What I find a bit odd is that the...
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Last post by chestatee
01/28/18 17:09
Hardy Marquis Multiplier #8/9
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brithyll »
01/04/18 13:19
I own one of these Hardy reels with a spare spool, all in fine condition. Can anyone tell me anything about the Multiplier? Looking at photos I think...
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Last post by sovereign
01/21/18 05:15
4" HARDY PERFECT SALMON REEL
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by
WYETHUNDER »
10/10/17 04:20
Just wondering if any of you guys use the big perfects for salmon fishing?
I have the chance to acquire a 4 1940's perfect but am wondering if it may...
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Last post by mrampant
12/16/17 19:19
my 3 Pflueger Medalists
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Yardbent »
06/16/17 09:06
thanks to the excellent SBS article by @jaimec
I stripped, cleaned and lubed my 3 recent purchases in the UK; 1492, 1494, 1495
and converted the...
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Last post by bassman
08/11/17 00:01
trouble with Medalist foot
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by
Yardbent »
07/03/17 10:56
I bought several Medalists recently
a 1494 for a Farlows 8' and a 1495 for a Merlin 8'
in both cases the reel foot only inserts into the caps by...
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Last post by Yardbent
07/09/17 08:28
thanks to Bulldog1935
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Yardbent »
03/04/17 12:34
@Bulldog1935
not a 'classic' by any means
just wanted to say 'thank you'
after your post about 'green Spitfire Condex' i searched for one
apt as...
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Last post by bulldog1935
06/26/17 11:17
Bonefish reel
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by
Eyegofaster »
05/17/17 07:56
I am looking for a backup used reel for bonefish. NO, it won't be on a bamboo rod but a 9 or 10 weight graphite. Does anyone have recommendations on...
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06/05/17 20:22
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05/18/17 06:51
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Last post by Short Tip
05/04/17 11:42
Orvis Odyssey III reel
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bigfatrod »
04/27/17 13:01
Hi all, just joined the forum, very cool so far. First, I'd like to admit that I have a reel collecting addiction issue--feel much better now!...
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Last post by jim royston
04/28/17 09:12
Pridex reel
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by
newfie »
04/21/17 09:36
Joined your forum looking for information on Old Pridex reels.My father passed away and I am looking to restore one of his old reels.It is a...
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Last post by bulldog1935
04/22/17 13:04
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Last post by fishugo
04/22/17 09:04
Alcock fly reels
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by
Swaukkid68 »
01/28/17 21:15
Please show me your Allcock fly reels . Thanks so much , in advance . Dave
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Last post by bulldog1935
04/10/17 05:05
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Last post by whiskeyjack
03/27/17 14:54
Richard Kell "The Spey 4 1/2"
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by
SMILES »
09/21/16 18:09
Looking for information on a reel I have. It is a Richard Kell The Spey 4 1/2. Not much info about them.
Thanks,
Smiles
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Last post by Ken M 44
03/14/17 08:09
Hardy clone replacement handel
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by
tbrom »
01/24/17 10:39
I have a couple old hardy clones. I recently lost the Handel on a heddon 300. I bought a replacement spool that is a sloppy fit at best. I am curious...
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Last post by Swaukkid68
01/28/17 21:21
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