2 Cool Reels
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2 Cool Reels
I picked up these 2 cool sleeper reels in a bundle from Langs Discovery auction this weekend for a dime. Redifor is a bit of an unknown to me. I have a Pflueger branded Redifor that is GS but this one looks pre-Pflueger and nickel plated brass. How does this model/version compare to the Pflueger versions in terms of desirability or scarcity.
Other reel is a Pflueger quadruple 60 yd. At first I thought just another run-of-the-mill plated reel but it is so smooth as silk and has an internal gear bridge and internals are very similar to those I've seen on higher end reels.
Neither reel is a perfect example but for what I paid for them I can't complain. Any feedback would be appreciated.
Tx, Low Profile
Other reel is a Pflueger quadruple 60 yd. At first I thought just another run-of-the-mill plated reel but it is so smooth as silk and has an internal gear bridge and internals are very similar to those I've seen on higher end reels.
Neither reel is a perfect example but for what I paid for them I can't complain. Any feedback would be appreciated.
Tx, Low Profile
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Re: 2 Cool Reels
The 2nd Reel 60 Yd. Pflueger with the Peened and Aligned Slotted Screws is a significant find as I believe those reels are Custom Made!!!
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Re: 2 Cool Reels
The Redifor reel is also a keeper and the company has a long and interesting history with some great reels. Not sure on dates, but Pflueger obtained the name (and company?) from them and started using on the Pfl reels. Lots to read in the archives here:
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Re: 2 Cool Reels
Thanks for the replies and info. - I'm definitely looking forward to doing some additional research on both reels.
Tx, Low Profile
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Re: 2 Cool Reels
Both reels are good ones. Congratulations on a nice find
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Was the Lang's auction not well attended? The new location is too far for me and I thought I saw something about no online buds this time. I might be mistaken about that though. If anything else like this went away for low prices, maybe the drive would have been worth it!
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That makes me feel better! Thanks Sid. Fantastic pick up on those two reels though!
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Re: 2 Cool Reels
The auction was decently attended but by no means a full house and there were plenty of vacant seats. Agree that the new location had much to do with this along with the bad weather. Anyone who drove up 81 early Saturday morning thru tug hill with 5" of snow on the road had an experience they won't forget.
Selection was about normal or a bit below par on the reel side of things and some items (Fly rods) were hitting the hammer well beyond what I was willing to pay. They advertise as a live auction (in person) but they were apparently accepting absentee bids which was a bit odd and kind of ---- some of us off who made the drive. We decided to leave about 3/4 way thru due to the weather. They did discuss the possibility of an outdoors show coinciding with the next auction in the spring.
Selection was about normal or a bit below par on the reel side of things and some items (Fly rods) were hitting the hammer well beyond what I was willing to pay. They advertise as a live auction (in person) but they were apparently accepting absentee bids which was a bit odd and kind of ---- some of us off who made the drive. We decided to leave about 3/4 way thru due to the weather. They did discuss the possibility of an outdoors show coinciding with the next auction in the spring.
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Ah, ok. So I wasn't just imagining things. Well glad you got a good deal to make the trip worth it. The 3 1/2 hour drive through the snow would have taken twice that long for me I'm sure. It's still a new situation so I'm sure there will be some kinks to work out.
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New to reel collecting so bear with me please. I like reel deals!