Older pre Mitchell
Older pre Mitchell
Looking for info on this. Worth, history or interest. I’ve only added a few drops of oil. Works like new.
Last edited by Jimbo on Sat Feb 13, 2021 8:13 am, edited 3 times in total.
Re: Older pre Mitchell
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Re: Older pre Mitchell
Thanks for that, it looks like I have reel 6.
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Re: Older pre Mitchell
The handle knob has been replaced if it is the last pre '54 version. A look inside the rotor cop (spool removed) and inside the body for planamatic gearing will tell a better story. Also, a look at the spool (pillared or not) and the drag knob will show if those parts appear to still be original. Late Caps & Mitchell Caps and early 304's are notorious for interchanged/switched parts.
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Once you remove the line you'll be able to tell if it has the correct pillared spool. Other than that it appears to be period, i.e. version, correct except for the replaced handle knob. Nice old CAP.
Love those Open Face Spinning Reels! (Especially ABU & ABU/Zebco)
Tom DeLong, NE
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Re: Older pre Mitchell
Thanks for the info, I’ll give it a good cleaning and try to locate a grip.
Re: Older pre Mitchell
Took the line off and it has several small bars
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So it looks all original but the thumb grip as you said. Any idea where I can get one? I found the entire handle and grip on eBay for $50. Ouch!
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They are very hard to find and quite expensive if you do. I've seen the knob only go for $30 +.
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Tom DeLong, NE
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