Allcock Aerial model 7990 Lever Type Ventilated Aerial Mahseer

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Allcock Aerial model 7990 Lever Type Ventilated Aerial Mahseer

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An Aerial Lever Type Mahseer reel, with brake. Patent number 135251 granted to J W Young in 1918.
In perfect working order and cosmetically looking pretty good for her age.
This actual reel belonged to Bob Singleton and featured in his book "The Allcock Aerial": A collectors guide. A Bible amongst collectors.
Garry Mills of The Mills Tackle Company then took ownership of this reel and fashioned his own very lovely version of it.
It now resides in France.
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Re: Allcock Aerial model 7990 Lever Type Ventilated Aerial Mahseer

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I have tried to add photos but have given up, pm me
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Re: Allcock Aerial model 7990 Lever Type Ventilated Aerial Mahseer

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you must have a fairy godmother out there, Spinner! Great pics and even greater reel! What a nice piece for your collection!
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Thanks John
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Nice Giles!
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