As some of you may be aware I have for many years been working on a few subject with a view to publishing the results.
I am pleased to announce that Men of Trent The History of the Nottingham Winch is now complete and is shipping.
Review of the book by John Stephenson
https://vimeo.com/280757885
and a picture of me with the reel
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The book is 208 pages with more than 250 full colour images of reels covering the period 1815 to 1875.
It dates the invention of the “center reel/center pin”, it identifies the inventor of the so-called Slater/Spring latch.
It covers the William Bailey vs Joe Woodard matches and for the first time a picture of William Bailey.
“Mind blowingly stunning piece of work” quoted Roger Still.
https://menoftrent.com/product/men-of-trent/
Men of Trent The History of the Nottingham Reel
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Hey Stef, I just ordered me a copy. Thanks for spending the time to document this history.
Ron Gast
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A beautiful book, Stef, which I've just begun to read. Looking forward to having my mind blown.
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Re: Men of Trent The History of the Nottingham Reel
Many thanks to both of you, Ron, yours will be with the courier in the morning and Steve I hope that you can find something new and interesting.
I have had some feedback from others and it has brought some new reels and information out of the woodwork.
Regards
Stef
I have had some feedback from others and it has brought some new reels and information out of the woodwork.
Regards
Stef