Kingfisher line dressing can

[Mike N]

From the first time I saw a Kingfisher line spool I knew I wanted to collect them. They are rare, unique and aesthetically great to look at…that’s all the criteria I needed. John Etchieson of Texas and ORCAn Dean Smith unselfishly educated me and John let me become the “caretaker” of several very early, rare Kingfisher spools and boxes.

This week I was able to finally acquire a Kingfisher line dressing can sold by E.J. Martin & Sons of Connecticut in the early 1900s. I’m told only a few exist, and I held my breath for 7 days until my eBay bid succeeded. It’s not in perfect condition like the one on Dean’s website [http://www.tackletreasures.com/tins ] but, it’s very cool. I was initially surprised at how small it was when I unpacked it (2-1/2” tall and 1-1/2” in diameter.)

[Ron Mc]

that number of spools needed that compliment