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Antique, Vintage & Newer Fishing Reels For Sale

Here you will find listed antique fishing reels, vintage fishing reels and some new fishing reels that I have for sale. 

What's New
1/27 - added 21 reels
1/8 - added 11 reels
12/18 - added 9 reels
11/28 - added 7 reels
11/11 - added 15 reels, many NIB


To order simply email me with the item #(s) and the description to confirm item(s) availability or, if you prefer, you can call me at (215)956-0993.

Typically S&H in the USA will be about $5.50 for the first reel (up to 1 lb) but it does depend on the destination zip code.  I ship all items via Priority Mail. Insurance is extra and at buyer's request.

Thanks for looking. Hope you find something for your collection.

Click on Item# for picture(s)

 
Item# Description Price
e997 ABU Garcia Ambassadeur #4500 Bait Casting Reel - this is a very nice 'SCARCE' reel made in Sweden. It had the LINDY handle and is in EXCELLENT condition. It is stamped '770600' on the foot which says it was made in 1977.  $150.00
e1029 Lucas Walsh Brass Reel - Very nice old brass reel attributed to Lucas Walsh. Reel was made in England in the late 1800's. It is 3 1/2 inches round and 1 1/2 inches wide. Nice original patina. $395.00
NOW $345.00
e1069 Orvis Battenkill Trout Reel with 2 Spare Spools - Orvis Battenkill Trout Reel with Spare Spools. Built by J.W. Young for Orvis, this perforated spool reel has a black pebble finished tail plate and polished spool face. With an overall diameter of 3 5/8", this VERY GOOD PLUS condition reel comes with two spare spools that include an invoice from Orvis dated 1972. $375.00
NOW
$325.00
e1071 Hardy "The Sunbeam" Marked Trout Reel - Hardy "The Sunbeam" Marked Trout Reel. Stamped on the tail plate with "Duplicated Mark II" and "Pat. Nos. 24245 & 9261", this 3" diameter reel was produced from 1924 to 1956. With an open spool design and brass line guide, this simple click and pawl reel is in GOOD PLUS condition with slightly bent foot and slight to moderate finish wear. $255.00
e1073 Orvis Presentation EXR III Trout Reel and Spare Spool - Orvis Presentation EXR III Trout Reel and Spare Spool. Marked "Made in Argentina", this 3" diameter reel is perfect for a 6 weight line, and comes with a spare spool, nylon reel case, with both reel and spool outfitted with WF6 F/S line and backing. In VERY GOOD PLUS condition with palming side edge wear. $195.00
NOW
$170.00
e1078
 
ABU Ambassadeur Mag Plus XT Casting Reel - nice level wind casting reel made by ABU Garcia. It is in EXCELLENT condition.  $40.00
e1082
 
Zebco 404SE Spincast Reel - very nice newer spincast reel made by Zebco. It is in EXCELLENT condition. l $15.00
e1110
 
Fin-Nor Big Game Reel 6/0 - this is a very nice well made big game reel that is in EXCELLENT condition. It is the 6/0 size. It is marked '6B 361' on bottom of side plate. The side plates are about 4 1/2 inches in diameter. Nice anodized gold finish. $475.00
NOW
$425.00
e1141
 
ABU Garcia Abumatic #305 - nice spincast reel made by ABU Garcia. Reel was made in Japan. The reel is in VERY GOOD PLUS condition and comes with the box and paperwork. $29.00
e1161
 
Edward P. Follett BIrdcage Reel - nice early 1890's birdcage reel made by Follett. It is unmarked and in VERY GOOD condition. It is 3 3/4 inches in diameter. Sold
e1196
 
Alcedo Micron Spinning Reel - nice well made open faced spinning reel made in Italy. Reel is in EXCELLENT MINUS condition. The decal for the side plate is missing. $75.00
e1202
 
Unknown Clamp Brass Reel - nice unusual early to mid 1800's brass reel that has a clamp for mounting to rod. It has raised pillers. There is some play in the handle and it does not turn freely but still a nice classic reel in VERY GOOD condition.  Reel is 1 3/4 inches in diameter. These clamp style reels are very hard to come find in any condition. $350.00
NOW
$300.00
e1233
 
4 Bros Delite Fly Reel - this is a very nice fly reel with hard rubber side plates. Inset counterbalanced handle. This is the 60 yd size, 2 1/4 inches in diameter. Marked 60 on the bottom of the reel foot. Clicker is nice and strong. Reel is in EXCELLENT condition. Comes in a nice soft zippered pouch. $250.00
e1257
 
Yawman & Erbe Automatic Fly Reel No. 2 - this is the fifth and final version of the "keyless" Yawman & Erbe reels, produced by Horrocks & Ibbotson of Utica, NY. A No.2 Aluminum reel with a 3 3/4" diameter, excellent winding spring and full length foot. With good condition finish, in EXCELLENT MINUS overall condition and with good condition picture box and cloth bag. $225.00
e1272
 
Fin Nor #2 Spool -  LIKE NEW spool for the #2 Fin Nor fly reel. It has a diameter of 3 1/4'. $125.00
e1285
 
Horton Mfg Co. Blue Grass #3 Casting Reel - very nice early 1900's Kentucky Style casting reel. It is marked 'No. 3 Blue Grass' and 'The Horton Mfg Co., Bristol, Conn. Counter balanced handle. The reel is in EXCELLENT condition. Stamped '15853' on the bottom of the reel foot. $350.00
NOW
$300.00
e1298
 
Penn 712Z Spinfisher Reel - nice NEW IN THE BOX  medium salt and fresh water reel. Ball bearing, bronze main gear, fold down handle, HT100 drag system and a gear ratio of 4.1 - 1. It has a capacity for 225 yds of 12 lb mono line. Complete with all the paperwork. Made in the USA. $110.00
e1299
 
Hardy St John Fly Reel - This  early 3 7/8" alloy fly reel has a 3 screw drum latch with black handle, correct ribbed brass foot, rim tension regulator to mk2 internal check. The reel is in VERY GOOD PLUS condition. This is a hard reel to find. $295.00
e1300
 
Hardy St John Fly Reel - This  early 3 7/8" alloy fly reel has a 3 screw drum latch with black handle, correct ribbed brass foot, rim tension regulator to mk2 internal check. The reel is in FINE condition. This is a hard reel to find. $325.00
e1301
 
Hardy St John Fly Reel - This  early 3 7/8" alloy fly reel has a 3 screw drum latch with black handle, correct ribbed brass foot, rim tension regulator to mk2 internal check. The reel is in VERY GOOD PLUS condition. This is a hard reel to find. $295.00
e1320
 
Hardy Sunbeam 7/8 Fly Reel - nice circ 1970's fly reel made by Hardy of England. It is marked 'The Sunbeam 7/8' on the back. The reel is in EXCELLENT condition. $295.00
e1321
 
Hardy Princess Fly Reel - nice fly reel made by Hardy of England. It is 3 1/2 inches in diameter and in EXCELLENT MINUS condition. 'ST9S' is scratched into the spool near the latch. $275.00
e1323
 
Fin Nor Anti Reverse #2 Fly Reel - very nice anti reverse fly reel made by Fin Nor. The reel is in EXCELLENT condition. $400.00
e1324
 
Seamaster Salmon Fly Reel - very nice fly reel made by Seamaster. It is 3 1/2 inches in diameter. It is set up for right hand retrieve. The reel is in EXCELLENT condition. Sold
e1328
 
Hardy Elarex Casting Reel - this is a nice level wind casting reel made by Hardy of England. Click is strong and level wind works fine. Reel is in EXCELLENT condition. $175.00
e1333
 
Farlow & Co. Makers Brass Fly Reel - very nice early late 1800's all brass fly reel. It is marked Farlow & Co, 191 Strand, London. It is 2 1/4" in diameter and in VERY GOOD PLUS condition. Great collectable reel. $245.00
e1334
 
A. L. Walker Fly Reel - Arthur Walker Model TR-1 Hand Made Hard Rubber and Aluminum Trout Reel. In pleasing silver finish, this TR-1 model has a 2 1/2" diameter and 'MAKER A.L.WALKER NEW YORK'  marked removable end cap. I believe this reel was NEVER FISHED. It is in beautiful condition. Circ 1960's or 70's. Comes in a nice padded soft leather pouch. Sold
e1343
 
Pflueger Medalist Fly Reel #1494 - this is a very early 1936 model of the medalist that was made with the circular line guide and sculptured pillars. The bottom of the box is marked 1936 and appears to be the original box for this reel. This is a very tough reel to find in any condition. This reel is in VERY GOOD condition. The box is also in very good condition. $225.00
e1356
 
Fin Nor #3 Sprinning Reel - very nice open faced spinning reel made by Fin Nor. Reel is in VERY GOOD PLUS condition with some boat rash on the frame as seen in the pictures. Most were personalized and this one was for Roy R Sanders. It comes in a nice leather case that is marked Fin Nor No 3. Great reel for fishing.  $250.00
e1359
 
Sage Fly Reel #505L - very nice fly reel made in England. The reel is in EXCELLENT condition and comes in a Sage soft leather pouch. The reel is 3 3/8 inches in diameter. $225.00
e1360
 
Lamson Fly Reel #1 - very nice smaller fly reel made by Lamson, a division of Sage. This nice small reel is 2 3/4 inches in diameter and comes with an extra spool. Both reel and extra spool are in EXCELLENT condition and both come in soft leather pouches. $195.00
e1379
 
ABU Garcia Ambassadeur #10000c - very nice larger salt water reel made by Garcia in Sweden. It has a star drag and automatic 2 speed. Some very light pitting on bottom of reel foot but in overall VERY GOOD PLUS condition.   $150.00
e1383
 
Fin-Nor #2 Wedding Cake Salmon Fly Reel - A "Pat. Pending" marked wedding cake reel from Fin-Nor in EXCELLENT condition. Set for right hand wind, this three tier model has a serial number "2-319" on the tail plate, and markings "Fin-Nor #2 - Designed by Gar Wood Jr." The curved name plate is blank on this 3 1/2" diameter, 1" wide spool reel that weighs 10.2ozs. $700.00
e1385
 
H. H. Kiffe #715 Reel - nice early circ 1920's reel made by Kiffe of New York. It is nickel silver with raised black hard rubber side plates. The click works fine and is 2 1/2" in diameter. Overall condition is VERY GOOD. Stamped '715' on bottom of foot. $95.00
e1388
 
S. E. Bogdan Model 200 Salmon Fly Reel - made in Nashua, NH Marked Model 200M for Abercrombie & Fitch. It is 3 1/2 inches in diameter and the inside dimension of the spool is 1 inch wide  Model 200M Salmon reel in Abercrombie and Fitch colors of the light champagne with black accents. This reel has the 1.91:1 retrieve ratio (rounded up to the familiar 2:1), multiplier, and combined with with his peerless cam-driven two-shoe breaking system, is still hailed as the best braking system ever designed. It is in EXCELLENT MINUS condition with only some minor scratches and wear to high points. $2200.00
e006
 
Daiwa Millionaire Casting Reel #5H - very nice level wind casting reel with star drag and a 'high speed' retrieve. It is in EXCELLENT condition. $45.00
e012
 
Hardy Perfect Salmon Fly Reel 3 3/4" - very nice clean wide drum 3 3/4" salmon fly reel made by Hardy in England. It has the straight line logo and a circular line guide. It has a ribbed brass foot and is in EXCELLENT condition. I believe made in the 40's - 50's. $695.00
e020
 
Fenwick Class 6 Fly Reel -  very nice larger fly reel made by Fenwick with nice anodized gold finish.. The reel is in EXCELLENT condition and comes with a spare spool. The one spool has been spooled with a fly line. The other has backing on it. $345.00
e027
 
Pflueger Supreme Casting Reel -  very nice level wind casting reel that is in EXCELLENT condition and comes with soft leather pouch. Both click and level wind work fine. $15.00
e032
 
Penn 850SSM Skirted Spool Spinning Reel - nice NEW, NEVER USED spinning reel. Silent anti-reverse, convertible fold down handle, internal / manual trip and ball bearing. Gear ratio: 4.6 - 1. It has a capacity for 325 yds of 20 lb mono line.  Made in China. $89.00
e035
 
Okuma Metaloid MD 20 Spinning Reel - very nice NEW IN THE BOX open faced spinning reel made by Okuma. It comes with an extra spool. 9 sealed ball bearings. Gear Ration 5.0:1. $75.00
e036
 
DAM Quick #220 Spinning Reel - very nice NEW IN THE BOX open faced spinning reel made in Germany. This is a great complete package with paperwork, tags and parts box. You will not find a nicer one for your collection. Sale Pending
$125.00
e038
 
Penn Spinning Reel #713Z- very nice NEW IN THE BOX open faced spinning reel made in the USA by Penn. This is a RIGHT HAND DRIVE reel. Gear ration is 4.1:1. Capacity is 200 yds of 10 lb mono. $125.00
e041
 
DAM Quick MicroliteSpinning Reel - very nice ultralite open faced spinning reel made by DAM in Germany. The reel is in EXCELLENT condition and comes in a cloth sock for protection. Sale Pending
$55.00
e045
 
Heddon Winona Side Mount #108F - very nice early side mount reel made by Heddon. It is marked 'Pat'd 1929 and is in EXCELLENT condition. The foot was drilled as seen in the photos. $45.00
e053
 
Garcia Ambassadeur Ultra MAG II Casting Reel - very nice baitcasting reel with level wind and a star drag. The reel is MINT IN THE BOX complete with paperwork and wrench. Sale Pending
$110.00
e054
 
Garcia Ambassadeur 2000C Casting Reel - very nice baitcasting reel with level wind and a star drag. The reel is NEW IN THE BOX complete with paperwork, oil and wrench. Sale Pending
$125.00
e062
 
B.F. Meek & Sons Blue Grass #33 Casting Reel - With two of Carter's patents marked on the head plate (July 5, '04 and Nov. 25, '05), this tube frame, German silver and nickel plated brass example is in EXCELLENT MINUS condition.
$150.00
e063
 
Horton Meek No.3 German Silver Reel - A Blue Grass reel with sliding click and drag switches, counter balanced handle and jeweled bearings. Stamped with serial number 13516 on the foot, in VERY GOOD PLUS, un-cleaned condition that will clean to a better grade if desired.
$245.00
e064
 
B. F. Meek & Sons No. 25 Bluegrass German Silver Casting Reel - In EXCELLENT MINUS condition, with "Carter's Pat. July 5, 04 and Nov. 28, 05" marked on the screw off tail plate, foot stamped with a number "3", counter balanced handle and tail plate sliding click.
$195.00
e069
 
ABU Ambassadeur #5000C De Luxe - this is a fantastic collectable. It is MINT IN THE PRESENTATION BOX complete with all the accessories including the cloth bag, oil tube, spare spool, wrench and spare parts tube. Even has the tie tack.  The reel was manufactured in 1974. Sold
e070
 
Penn International Model 30 - very nice tournament reel made by Penn in the USA. The reel is MINT IN THE BOX and comes complete with paperwork, wrench, soft cloth bag and oil tube. Also included as an extra is the Penn Catalog #28. $395.00
e073
 
ABU Ambassadeur #1750A - very nice circ 1975 bait casting reel made in Sweden. It has nice pearl spacers and a level wind and clicker that work fine. Reel is in EXCELLENT condition. This later model has the reel foot with dimples.  $75.00
e078
 
Penn Senator 9/0 Big Game Reel - nice circ  large 9/0 big game reel made by Penn. The reel was MADE IN USA. It is in EXCELLENT condition and has hardware to mount on rod. $125.00
e079
 
Penn Super Peer #309M - very nice MADE IN USA salt water reel by Penn. The reel is MINT IN THE BOX and comes with a #32B catalog, wrench and oil. $55.00
e085
 
Penn Slammer #5600L Spinning Reel - very nice MADE IN USA reel by Penn. The reel is marked 'Live Liner' and is in LIKE NEW condition. I don't bellieve this reel was ever used. $125.00
e087
 
Garcia Mitchell #301C Spinning Reel - this very nice reel was made in France and is in LIKE NEW condition. The #'s on the foot  are 7793490. Comes with the plastic box and extra spool. This left hand reel you crank with the right hand. This model # had limited production. Tough reel to find in this condition. $89.00
e088
 
Garcia Mitchell #301C Spinning Reel - this very nice reel was made in France and is NEW IN THE BOX condition. The #'s on the foot  are 93916. Comes complete with the plastic box ,extra spool and the original paperwork. This left hand reel you crank with the right hand. This model # had limited production. Tough reel to find in this condition. $135.00
e089
NEW
Shakespeare Criterion DeLuxe Casting Reel #1960 - very nice Model GE level wind casting reel that is NEW IN THE BOX. Comes in the original box along with some paperwork. Still has the hang tag attached to the reel. Sold
e090
NEW
Shakespeare New Criterion Casting Reel #1961 - very nice level wind casting reel that is in EXCELLENT condition and comes in the original box. Box has some of the graphics missing on the top as seen in the pictures. Click and level wind work fine. Sold
e091
NEW
Shakespeare Triumph Casting Reel #1958 - very nice level wind casting reel Model GE that is in EXCELLENT condition and comes in the original box. Box has some wear as seen in the pictures. Click and level wind work fine. Sold
e092
NEW
Shakespeare Spinning Reel #2200 - very nice open faced spinning reel that is in EXCELLENT condition. It comes in the original box along with some paperwork. Reel was made in Japan. $29.00
e093
NEW
South Bend Casting Reel #450 - very nice anti-backlash level wind casting reel. It is Model E and is in EXCELLENT condition. Both level wind and click work fine. Nice jeweled end caps. Sold
e094
NEW
Pflueger Medalist Fly Reel #1495 1/2 - very nice fly reel with Diamolite line guard. The reel is in EXCELLENT condition. $45.00
e095
NEW
Shakespeare Russell Fly Reel #1895 - very nice fly reel that is in EXCELLENT condition. It is Model GE and comes with an old silk fly line attached. $39.00
e096
NEW
Horrocks & Ibbotsen HiCo-Matic Fly Reel - very nice automatic fly reel made by H & I in Utica, NY. The reel is in EXCELLENT condition. $25.00
e097
NEW
ABU Ambassadeur #1750A - very nice circ 1978 bait casting reel made in Sweden. It has nice pearl spacers and a level wind and clicker that work fine. Reel is in EXCELLENT MINUS condition. The number '080801' is stamped on the bottom of the foot. $75.00
e098
NEW
South Bend Spinning Reel #725A - very nice smaller open faced spinning reel that is in EXCELLENT condition. It is stamped 'GladdingGroup - Hong Kong' on the foot. $15.00
e099
NEW
Horrocks & Ibbotsen Spinning Reel #1922 - very nice smaller open faced spinning reel that is in EXCELLENT condition. It is stamped 'Hi Design  Japan' on the bottom of the foot. $20.00
e100
NEW
Berkley Spinning Reel #415 - very nice open faced spinning reel that is in EXCELLENT condition. Reel is marked 'Made In USA'. $15.00
e101
NEW
DAM Quick Microlite Spinning Reel #265 - this very nice open faced spinning reel was made in West Germany. It is the small ultralite size and is in EXCELLENT condition. It comes in the original box, which has some problems, as seen in the pictures. Also comes with a small plastic box with parts and an oiler. $65.00
e102
NEW
Penn Salt Water Boat Reel #26M - very nice salt water boat or surf reel made by Penn in the USA. It is in EXCELLENT condition and comes in the original box with grease and wrench.  Has star drag and a metal spool. Sold
e103
NEW
Garcia-Matic Fly Reel #1430 - this very nice automatic fly reel made in the USA by Garcia is in EXCELLENT condition. It comes in the original box. $32.00
e104
NEW
South Bend Casting Reel #1131A - very nice anti-back-lash casting reel. It is made of German silver and is in EXCELLENT condition. It has 2 patent dates on the bottom of the reel foot 'Sept 5. 05 and Feb 5. 07'. It has Serial #42060A stamped on the bottom of the foot. Click is nice and strong and it has jeweled end caps. It comes in a nice South Bend leather case. Sold
e105
NEW
ABU Ambassadeur #5000 Bait Casting Reel - very nice level wind bait casting reel made in Sweden. Comes in the leather pouch and has the tube of extra parts. It is in EXCELLENT condition. It is stamped '867650' on the bottom of the reel foot. Also comes with paperwork.  $69.00
e106
NEW
Shakespeare Spincast Reel #1771 - this very nice closed faced reel is NEW IN THE BOX condition. It comes in the box along with paperwork. Nice little reel for the collector. Sale Pending
$29.00
e107
NEW
Unmarked Stop-latch Reel - very nice early circ late 1800's brass stop-latch reel. The stop-latch mechanism works fine. The reel is in VERY GOOD condition. $150.00
e108
NEW
Garcia Mitchell #408 Spinning Reel - this very nice reel was made in France and is like NEW IN THE BOX condition. The #010057 on the foot of the reel matches  the number on the plastic case which tells you this is the original plastic case for the reel. Also included is the paperwork and an extra spool. This is a great collectable. Sale Pending
$125.00
e109
NEW
Garcia Ambassadeur Casting Reel #10000C - this is a fantastic NEW IN THE BOX reel complete with all the extras such as a soft pouch, wrench, parts tube and oiler. It also comes with the original paperwork. Still in the Styrofoam container. The cardboard box is in fair condition with some damage and rips. For the Ambassadeur collector this is a must. $495.00

I am looking to buy reels by the following makers:
A & N (Army & Navy), Abbey & Imbrie, Abel, Abercrombie & Fitch, ABU, Alcedo, Allcock & Co., Allison, P. A. Altmaire, API, ATH, Brass Ball Handle Reels, Barnum & Morehouse, T. H. Bate & Co., NY., Beetzel, Billinghurst, Bluegrass Reel Co., Bogdan, Bradford & Anthony, Carlton, Chubbs, Horrocks & Clark, Clerk & Co., Charles Clinton, J. Conroy, Thos Conroy, Coxe Los Angeles, J. A. Coxe, John Dreiser, Frank Ekimsey, John Emery, C. Farlow & Co., Harrison Felton, Fin-Nor, Flint Reel Co., Follett, Follett & Ross, Al Foss, Four Brothers Delite, Alonzo Fowler, Frank Fullilove, G. W. Gayle & Son, Ted Godfrey, Hardy Alma, Hardy Bougle, Hardy Cascapedia, Hardy Perfect, Anson Hatch, Hawks & Ogilvy, Heddon 3-24, Heddon 3-35, Heddon 4-15, Heddon 4-18, E. Holzmann, Horton, Horton-Briston, Horton-Meek, Illingworth, Dave Inks, Morgan James, C. R. Klein, Arthur Kovalovsky, Leonard-Mills, H. L. Leonard, Liberty Bell Reel, Malloch, Malloch Patent, J. F. Marsters, Meek & Milam, Meek-Horton, B. F. Meek, B. F. Meek & Sons, B. C. Milam, B. C. Milam & Son, Orvis, Penn International, Pflueger Adam, Pflueger Templar, Pflueger Altapac, Pflueger Kihoga, Philbrook & Paine, Portage Niftee, Saracione, Seamaster Mark II, Seamaster Tarpon, Odgen Smith, Talbot, Wm. H. Talbot, Talbot Reel Co., Ustonson, Vom Hofe, Edward Vom Hofe, Julius Vom Hofe, Walker Salmon Reel, Walker, Otto Zwarg, and others. 

To Order:
Please confirm availability of item(s) and shipping costs either by phone or email before sending payment. I will accept a money order, bank check or personal check. If payment is made by personal check please allow 7-10 days for shipment otherwise shipment will be next day. I am NOT setup to accept credit cards directly. However, I do accept payment through PayPal but prefer a check or money order because of the PayPal fees. My PayPal account ID is mageg@msn.com. My phone # is 215-956-0993 and my email address is  mageg@msn.com.  I normally use the USPS Priority Shipping.  Shipping costs will depend on weight and the destination zip code. Some of the longer 1 piece rods may have an 'oversized' shipping charge.

Contact Information: Earl Grant
                                 538 Fisher Lane
                                 Warminster, Pa 18974
                                 email - mageg@msn.com 

                                 (215)   956-0993

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