Frankenreel ID

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klonder
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Frankenreel ID

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Assuming this is the correct forum for reel IDs, is this a Montague with a nicely fabricated replacement brass foot, in what appears to be EVH style and possibly replaced crank/grasp?
Appears solid NS and is a 60yd size. Thoughts, added pics?
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My guess is an 80-yd 4Bros Delite with a foot replacement.
Centers were likely common, so swapping feet may not be difficult.
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this is a 60-yd
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I think the frame bands are plated brass.
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Yes, it's definitely a Pflueger handle. The foot looks like Vom Hofe. Quite nice for a frankenreel.
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I wonder if the foot was made by the same artist who made this GS foot:

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