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 under or around $300 if possible. What would you suggest?
Thanks in advance for your help.
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#2Meisselbach? Beat up period Orvis reel?
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#3How about a Climax light weight reel? Made by US Net & Twine circa 1892 for under $100 ( their better reels were Kosmics). Meisselbach Expert No 17 also late 1890's for under $100. A Julius Vom Hofe can be had for under $300 from around that time period.
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#4Sounds good. Thanks to you both for the help. I'll do some searching. Would love to get a hold of a nice Julius Vom Hofe.
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