UNKNOWN MEISSELBACH TROLLING REEL
UNKNOWN MEISSELBACH TROLLING REEL
The front view looks like a common Meisselbach trolling reel
The backside sports a brass housing which incorporates the reels drag
The set screw is positioned so it contacts the backplate - tightening the screw increases the drag while loosening it decreases the drag
The earliest Meisselbach patent date (FEB 23-86) is stamped on the faceplate
Tailplate shows usage from drag - also scratches on faceplate - spool is 4 5/8 inches diameter - possibility that reel was "manufactured" by a local fisherman, but was very well made - e-mail for more pics - any offers?
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The backside sports a brass housing which incorporates the reels drag
The set screw is positioned so it contacts the backplate - tightening the screw increases the drag while loosening it decreases the drag
The earliest Meisselbach patent date (FEB 23-86) is stamped on the faceplate
Tailplate shows usage from drag - also scratches on faceplate - spool is 4 5/8 inches diameter - possibility that reel was "manufactured" by a local fisherman, but was very well made - e-mail for more pics - any offers?
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Re: UNKNOWN MEISSELBACH TROLLING REEL
Probably a home-made Frankenreel, from a centrepin devotee.
Steve Vernon
ORCA Honorary member
Book: ANTIQUE FISHING REELS, 2nd Ed.
Websites:
Antique Fishing Reels
Kopf reels
Hendrick reels
"Plus ça change, plus c'est la même chose."
Re: UNKNOWN MEISSELBACH TROLLING REEL
Hey Steve thanks for your input. So who is this Franken? Don't believe I've heard the name before. Is he an amateur reelmaker? He apparently did pretty good work if he was responsible for my reel. Thanks again ...... Jack
Re: UNKNOWN MEISSELBACH TROLLING REEL
Maybe it's this guy. He seems to be from up your way. And here's a pic of him apparently testing a grasp:So who is this Franken? Don't believe I've heard the name before.
Steve Vernon
ORCA Honorary member
Book: ANTIQUE FISHING REELS, 2nd Ed.
Websites:
Antique Fishing Reels
Kopf reels
Hendrick reels
"Plus ça change, plus c'est la même chose."
Re: UNKNOWN MEISSELBACH TROLLING REEL
What a fine looking young man - should be in politics - classy dresser!