Old Stevens 12/0

[1badf350]

My buddy has a Stevens reel. Bottom of stand says 12/0. No other markings. Its got what appears to be black bakelite sideplades and a weird triple lever setup. Im assuming one lever is for freespool, one for drag. No idea about the other one. I asked him to send me pics so I can post them here. We can't find a picture of it using google. Its definitely a big old thing.
Has anyone seen anything similar before?

[john elder]

yes, Pics please! Ed Pritchard has pics of a George Stevens reel on his site, here:

http://www.antiquefishingreels.com/i_mf ... Reels.html

Is it like this?

[Midway Tommy D]

Here's a direct link to the 2 Stevens photo on Ed's site: http://www.antiquefishingreels.com/phot ... C-021L.JPG

[Nick in NY]

I have seen pictures only of the reel your talking and it maybe a Stevens. Ed may or may not have paperwork to backup a 12-0 version. I personally have seen similar reels to Stevens thar may have been a one off machinist piece. I guess the easiest way to determine it is to open up the reel and compare gears, side plate materials etc. I do have an early unmarked version with nickel hardware and black hard rubber like side plates. Many times there labeled as unknowns. Photos would definitely help.if it is a Stevens 12-0 it would be rare indeed!
Tight Lines Nick

[1badf350]

Pictures added to original post. He told me the plaque on the tailplate says Stevens, Miami FLA.
Thank You

[Nick in NY]

Yes that's the reel I've seen in the past minus the ID tag on the rear plate....very cool reel! If he should decide to sell it I am interested! Tight Lines, Nick in NY

[1badf350]

Thanks Nick, I doubt he wants to sell it. The reason I posted here was to gather some information on the reel such as age, history and an approximate value. If anyone can help with that it would be greatly appreciated.

[Nick in NY]

From what I've learned over the years they were considered the poor mans Fi -Nor reel and were sold from the mid 30's to early 40's. Conditions about good * -very good- due to the damage on the front plate and medal frame not to mention holes in foot but still a very rare reel I would love own. My honest offer it would be in the neighborhood of $2,250 2,500. Many collectors like myself try to collect the largest version of every known maker with this being an addition (but rare) as I've a 16-0 but would look nice sitting next to it!
Tight Lines & Good luck Nick in NY

[KIWI]

If you truly want to sell I will step up to the plate. My number is (deleted...admin). KIWI on ORCA. PM me if you need an e-mail address. Thanks, Doug