What do I have here ?

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crow
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What do I have here ?

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Hello, All !
This is my "first post" here, and, I have a question........A friend gave me this reel the other day, and , except for "60" stamped into the foot, I see no other markings.....so, can anyone give me any info on it ? Thanks !
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Re: What do I have here ?

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Not without photos.
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Re: What do I have here ?

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OOPS ! Didn't do something right ! I'll try again.
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john elder
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Welcome! Based on the foot, you have a nice little raised pillar trade reel, made by Pflueger...not a high dollar reel, but nice nonetheless.
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Looks like an early Pflueger raised pillar casting reel, circa 1920 or so. The "60" is the yardage capacity.
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Thanks ! Since it's made by Pflueger...I'll set in next to my Rockets ! Thanks again !
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