Snoopy or Barbie Reels

[Brian F.]

Ok Ok, I know I'm going to get some looks about this but...I was reading an article in one of the national outdoor mags about how one writer took a Barbie rod and reel combo out for a test drive on the water. And then there is this thread on Joe's:

http://orcaonline.org/images/pixel.gif?jy&119730.html

At least one guy is hunting down these combos! So, does anyone have one, two or maybe a whole collection in the closet somewhere of REAL kids reels? Not talking about those single action brass things that eBay sellers always mis ID as "child's reel". Are there any old children's reels? C'mon, you know that black and white Snoopy combo would look sharp next to that JB Crook, Leonard or Vom Hofe!

[john elder]

geez, Brian, check your coconut milk for fermentation You've been island-side for too long

[clinton_beeler]

(hmmm)

I'll have to look when I get home, but I think Zebco's first "childrens reel" was either the 77 or 101. It would have been late '50s or early '60s. Who else made a reel specifically for children? (surely someone)

Good question!

Regards,
Clinton

[Reel Geezer]

My Snoopy reel is White with Orange trim. You might remember that I had it mounted on a rocket to use in the Old Reel Throw back at Lansing. It was confiscated at the Boise Airport. This was all reported, along with a photo of the "reel on rocket" in a past issue of The Reel News. It was returned to me after the rocket was defused by the BATF. However, they broke down the door to my house to return it. Of course that was after they broke down my neighbor's door by mistake.

[drexelantiques]

There are much older kits that were targeted to children. I have a couple of such kits, both in the box, and in tin tubes. Short steel rods, with cheaper reels, and a few lures and terminal tackle. I will see what I can dredge up.

[Brian F.]

For those of you that missed it, here's the story on Phil's Snoopy reel and booster rocket:

http://orcaonline.org/

It's a riot!

Jeff, look forward to seeing your collection of kids reels/combos.

[Len Sawisch]

I prefer to call these "smaller angler" reels and combos, and Yes I have a few in my collection (I have my eye on a Huey, Deuy, and Louy combo at my neighbor's yard sale). I have a neat green Zebco combo that breaks apart like a shotgun

[Ron Mc]

I raised both my girls on the Zebco UL3 Classic Feathertouch and Eagle Claw Featherweight 1106 casting rod. You can still get both. Most recently, the Zebco reel is the Micro-11, and Bass pro shops sells the (yellow) ultralight casting rod with their mark.

[Ron Mc]

saw this one, a Shakespeare tweetie bird combo.
broken ... 7174799015

[el Lawrence]

I have to confess to having a fairly new Snoopy rod and reel combo (the reel is snoopy on top of the dog house out of molded plastic) came with a great rubber fish casting weight too... this reel was a joke gift from co-workers at my old job.
However we all had a great time casting it across the office at various targets... never tried fishing it but it was a pretty good cast indoors.

Brian... I would be willing to part with it in trade for say... A Pflueger Tarpon or Tuna reel lol lol...

But seriously I have had an eye out for a Johnson Pink Princess reel in minty condition... I have been dabbling with color collecting reels while I wait around for those bargan basement deals on the few tough Pfluegers I am in need of... Also could use a Spook rod to go with this Luna Moth Green reel I plan to fish... ok ok being out of work may have started to go to my brain here... Len, we need to talk about that cute little green rod and reel combo you have... I really like the green (also aqua, turquoise, etc.) reels, one of my favorite colors...

BTW if you have a graphic design/art director/illustrator job avalable contact me before I start color collecting cheap lures...

[SWIM JIG]

cool-thumb yay-banana USA Ok, harvy , do I let her into these boxes of unusal colored reels? HMMMM! pink ones you say? cold ones , green ones, multi colored ones, and so forth! Now my intrest runs along the lines of BRASS REELS with or with out a shine, prefer pre 1866 era, I have some nice Comcats bait casters for trade, You make New York at the Nats, I will bring a few boxes for you to look at! Money cannot buy them only reel trades, Rods you say? Now I know where to off these at! LL, Dig out those musty turning green brass reels, You got my attention and thats very hard to DO! Now I must be off as the Walleyse are Calling! Tempis 88, no wind and fish to be caught off CEADER POINT! Your Ohio Conection On Lake ERIE Col. M. Lorens aka SWIM JIG

[Ron Mc]

Lorraine, pm sent re: graphic design work.

[Brian F.]

...But seriously I have had an eye out for a Johnson Pink Princess reel in minty condition...

You may want to hit Len up for the green reel AND a Pink Princess. There's another thread where Robyn mentions that Len may also have a "Pink Princess". "Johnson" Justin may have one lying around too. Can you fellows help "el" out?

[Harvey]

There may be a trick to this! I have a feeling that "EL" wants one to make a necklace or a pair of ear rings out of them. Or maybe a porch ornament?
"H"

[Ron Mc]

that's cold, Harv.

You know, Texas women learn how to shoot, too.

[el Lawrence]

First (for the record) Ron is correct... btw I'm a WAY better shot than I am at target casting (ie: casting tournament at Columbia Lakes). At least good enough to fill my deep freeze (ask Nello)... not too shabby with a .357 either...
Though I don't think Harvey has a worry... I think South Fla. "Harvs" are a protected species now... aren't they?

No, no junk jewelry... Actually I am considering doing a little work for a sporting magazine or two (freelance) and I figure to play to their "he-man" way of thinking by showing up to fish with a pink rod and reel (any ideas for rods?) or maybe a matching greem rod and reel with coordinated outfit... then when I have lulled them into comfortably thinking of me as just a "sweet little 'thang" I pull out the HR/GS NLW on bamboo rig...or maybe a minty Pflueger Nobby '65 or some tough Pflueger... or how about an 1800's brass Irish reel on greenheart... knock their sox off... or at least slow them down a bit.

Soooooo Len... a pink Princess in the closet eh? Now that Brian has announced it to everyone I think you GOTTA get rid of it (anyway who else in ORCA could get away with fishing a vintage pink reel?)

Now let's talk tackle boxes... there is one that Rock Hudson has in the movie "Man's favorite sport" that is a plaid beauty (lots of great old tackle in that movie)... Could be an A&F box as they feature an A&F sporting goods store in the movie... Check out the box when he signs up for the fishing tournament... Now I would REALLY love one of those...

See? WAY too much time on my hands...

[jc04008]

Nope, I don't have one, or I'd give it up. They're around though. $100 for a minty boxed princess. BTW there's a matching rod I hear, though I have yet to see one. If you get that combo El, I'd sure appreciate some photos!

JC

[Len Sawisch]

El,

You want a green pole? I have a beauty of a glass (bamboo look) Wright McGill Champion 6' two part baitcaster with lime green handle and wraps that is too pretty for words - or are you looking for a green fly type rod?

You surely aren't lusting after my Zebco combo? And yes, you can take a Harvey, but only in season. Frankly, I'd shoot for the Princes rod - I believe Domi out of Ohio had one?

Len

[Ron Mc]

here's a beaut, the green Condex. They also made a few of these in pink, but they are extremely rare - Stefan might know of one.

[Harvey]

Notice!
There is an open season on “Harveys”. It isn’t determined by days or weeks but by hours. Best time to take one is between 7:00pm and midnight. They can be found cruising the beach, basketball courts, high priced shopping centers, Antique malls and restaurants looking for either food or entertainment. They make bad table fare and make very ugly rugs. They are best displayed either setting on your sofa, patio or under a tree in your back yard, raiding your Fridge or dating your twenty one year old daughter. “Harveys” can be found in a very selected part of the country, either Ft. Lauderdale Fl. for most of the time or maybe in the Cincinnati area for a couple weeks a year.
Restrictions are as follows:
A “Harvey” must be taken alive. No use of firearms or sharp objects can be used in his capture. Nets are allowed but only in the “Hair” or “Stocking” form. Can be easely taken by trolling an old Shakespeare reel. Once captured, one must keep the “Harvey” well fed, pampered, bathed and living in a habitat “Suited for a King”. Habitat must contain Cable television, internet access, a well padded bank account, credit cards, plenty of fishing reels , lures and other fishing related object to keep him happy. “Harvey” hunting is confined to the Female gender only although some of the male gender might enjoy being around him for a short period of time. A full grown “Harvey” can become obnoxious, stubborn, opinionated and sulky if not treated with respect and they are not good around married women, fat kids, dogs that bite and Pflueger collectors. Happy Hunting!

PS: As for "EL":
Her kindness would capture a "Harvey". She is a very sweet and knowledgeable Lady and was a pleasure to be around at Columbis Lakes so find her a "PINK" reel!.

[Brian F.]

What about harpooning Harveys? They must be fun to chase from a boat. But being a sportsman kind of guy, if I were allowed to fish for 'em I'd probably just prefer to tag and release.

[piscesman]

Could we conduct a population count on "Harveys" by electro-shocking the waters they live in to determine their numbers for survival? Or we could do it the old way by dynamiting them and counting the carcusses left in the water... cool-thumb

[Ron Mc]

yeah, they like the electroshock too much.

[Harvey]

I don't care how you count them but I can tell you that the number is ONE! (and I am sure some will agree that's enough if not too many!)
"H"