Kentucky Tarpon Reels
Kentucky Tarpon Reels
"Kentucky" Tarpon Reels
No. 11 George W Gayle & Son with 1907 Blackburn drag and anti-reverse, one of two known. J.Deally No. 12 only one known. Gayle "Intrinsic," sold by William Mills & Sons, NY. No. 12 BC Miliam, one of three known and No. 11 B.F. Meek & Son. A rare grouping indeed. If you have a Size 6 or larger Kentucky Reel, I'd like to see it or even add it to my collection. Also, looking for Useppa Pins and early Tarpon photos.
No. 11 George W Gayle & Son with 1907 Blackburn drag and anti-reverse, one of two known. J.Deally No. 12 only one known. Gayle "Intrinsic," sold by William Mills & Sons, NY. No. 12 BC Miliam, one of three known and No. 11 B.F. Meek & Son. A rare grouping indeed. If you have a Size 6 or larger Kentucky Reel, I'd like to see it or even add it to my collection. Also, looking for Useppa Pins and early Tarpon photos.
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Incredible collection, Jay! Thanks for showing us! Not sure where you have to go to add to that group!
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OK Jay, I'm interested. How much you want for the 5? Just kidding. Beautiful reels!
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Wow I don't know how many more are out there. In fact I was unaware there were any.
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Incredible reel grouping Jay, thanks for sharing!
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Not just great reels, but unbelievable condition too.
Thanks for sharing those Jay. A treat to see.
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Thanks for sharing those Jay. A treat to see.
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Re: Kentucky Tarpon Reels
I had no idea Kentucky had Tarpons.
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Very nice Jay !!! John Taylor
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AMAZING JAY! Im actually in Louisville now for a week. LONG SHOT BUT i will look around ! lets meet up!!!!
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Nice!
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Amazing Group Jay!
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Re: Kentucky Tarpon Reels
Jay I can't hardly comment. My head is still spinning from seeing your stuff a week ago. Great job my friend ! Doug