Odd Martin REELS??
- Midway Tommy D
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Re: Odd Martin REELS??
Love those Open Face Spinning Reels! (Especially ABU & ABU/Zebco)
Tom DeLong, NE
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Tom DeLong, NE
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Re: Odd Martin REELS??
I actually had and sold several of the tool balancers. They are a rather unique and useful tool. I find it funny that Martin took the time to actually stamp into the frame, the name/idea for these products. I am not sure if they were seriously considering the production of these ideas or if it was someone with to much time on their hands at the factory. Either way, the idea probably did originate from the balancer tool.
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I was in store last year that sold vintage tackle and found a huge Martin auto reel about 10 inches in diameter. I assume it was used for commercial fishing purposes. I nearly bought it to add to my collection but I didn't have the space LOL.
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You should have bought it. I am sure that you could have made a few bucks off of one of us (probably me)!
- Paul M
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I think there was more than one of those Martins on steroids. I'll send you a PM when I figure out where it was.
Paul M
PS If you are into Martin I may have regular sized reels some of interest.
Paul M
PS If you are into Martin I may have regular sized reels some of interest.