Thos. E. Wilson & Co. | Montague Trade Reels - Gulf vs Pacific reels

[Brandon G]

Hello,

I have a Thos. E. Wilson & Co. trade reel that appears to be a Gulf or a Pacific model.
I'm not finding much information to help determine the differences between the two models.

I can upload pictures of my reel later today if you want, if that will help at all.

Best,

[40fordflathead]

Pictures would be most helpful.

[Teal]

Definitely put up photos.

[Brandon G]

Here are some pictures

[Brandon G]

[klonder]

Isn't that a Vom Hofe foot? Edward maybe?
Salty I think.

[Teal]

Somewhat scarce 200 yard model made by Montague (pre-1926). Nice find!

-- Dr. Todd

[Brandon G]

Isn't that a Vom Hofe foot? Edward maybe?
Salty I think.

Vom Hofe had an similar reel (fancier screwheads) that was unlabeled but had a marking on the handle noting it was sold by Vom Hofe. And the handle knob was slightly different too.

I'm just curious which model exactly it is as I can't find differences between the Gulf and Pacific reels which this is one of those, at least based off of those models... I think.. I'm not an expert by any means haha

[Teal]

The reels with the handle marked Vom Hofe were also made by Montague.

-- Dr. Todd