Recently picked up this 4" perfect for the two hander and just got the final touch done. It is in great shape and stamped with JS. I cannot wait to get
a steelhead with it this upcoming season.
Russell
Russell
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Posts: 2744 08/17/2009 22:16 Moderator |
A Bogdan Model 2 that just so happened to originally be owned by a fellow Minnesotan.
Reel is neatly engraved "B G deV 1967" and stands for Bernard G. DeVries who was from the Twin Cities. 
Something to consider: Be willing to share photos, information and the knowledge you have about your collection with anyone that has an interest in learning...........also share your knowledge to answer questions that others may have about items in their collections.........doing this will make you feel good and benefits this community ..................after all, what good is having knowledge that isn't shared. MEB
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OOHH Yeeaah! | #423 | ||
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Posts: 46 08/27/2009 09:25 |
My favorite reel in the world have just arrived. ATH ARAS.
  
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Norway, question about the ARAS | #424 | ||
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Posts: 3016 08/27/2009 10:11 Moderator |
Knowing next to nothing about ATH reels other than viewing 100s of pictures, how much does that Aras weigh, what size is it, and were there other sizes.
C
"If you finish in 7 days, I'll pay you for 10. If you finish in 10 days, I'll pay you for 7." ~Ballykissangel
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Posts: 47 08/27/2009 13:55 |
The ARAS was only made in one size, 5-6 weight, though I find it perfect for say a 8' 4 weight bamboo rod. It will hold a 4 weight with 100++ yds of
backing. I've just weighed it and it clocks in at 158 grams/5,5 ounces.
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tweed reel from 1920,s | #426 | ||
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this is a really well made reel by forrest of kelso as you may know kelso is asmall town on theriver tweed in scotland where the famous junction pool is
situated its 33/4 inch by2inch salmon reel the spring is not original
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katsfood |
Foster Bros of Ashbourne fly reel | #427 | ||
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Posts: 1 08/29/2009 02:06 |
Just picked this one up. It came from Foster Bros of Ashbourne. I take it they did not make it though (I was told they carried reels made by others). I would appreciate hearing from anyone who has any thoughts on who might of made it. Thanks 
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Posts: 805 08/29/2009 05:54 Reclusive! Like J D Salinger |
katsfood wrote:Post war Dingley shop - late 40's / early 50's. The spindle boss looks like it's a tidy replacement. What diameter is she? Brian |
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Love the check work knurling on the perimeter | #429 | ||
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Posts: 3021 08/29/2009 13:37 Moderator |
Delish! C
"If you finish in 7 days, I'll pay you for 10. If you finish in 10 days, I'll pay you for 7." ~Ballykissangel
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Posts: 2 08/29/2009 13:43 |
Thanks Brian. It is 3.5 inches in diameter. It feels and sounds like a quality reel.
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Posts: 254 08/29/2009 17:07 |
Katsfood,
You might enjoy this thread .. has photos and info on what we were calling a "light frame Dingley"... as per the reel you posted ... http://clarksclassicflyrodforum.yuku.com/reply/110388#reply-110388 Dennis |
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Posts: 3 08/29/2009 23:54 |
Dennis,
Thanks for that link. Fantastic reels and a bit of history on them too which was nice. Glad to see there are more of them out there (may want more at some point soon). Can't wait to try it out. I bought it to put on one of the fly rods I have inherited from my father. I wanted to be sure I used one he would have liked and I think this one does the trick. Thanks, Daniel |
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Posts: 6 08/31/2009 00:37 |
Anyone ordered from J. Graham Co before? I have ordered from Harris before and it has been great. Just curious as I am thinking of picking up a Cascapedia.
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Posts: 386 08/31/2009 13:46 |
Gorgeous reels in this thread. So nice to drop by here every once in a while. That´s a beautifui No 2 you got there Mark.
I´m posting the last reel I layed my hands on. A No 00 in very nice shape. 
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Posts: 191 08/31/2009 18:49 |
Mats
What a piece of work! When I handled that reel at the Metolius it made me light headed. I didn't know whether to run or stand and drool. It is probably the nicest reel I have fondled. TC |
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Fellow Reel Men:
Just arrived today--a 3 3/8" dia. Young pattern 15a for Milward's of England. I believe it's a fairly early example with a perfect "root beer"-colored agate line guard; 2 3/4" smooth brass foot, "Turk's head" check adjustor and brass fittings. It's marked on the back only with the Milward's logo and "MADE IN ENGLAND". It's a very clean black-painted version with a great patina. But since I love old reels that need a bit of tinkering, I straightened the latch bar and a slight twist in the reel foot. But that was all. It's tight and super smooth. I think the 15a will be perfect on my "new" E.C. Powell B-9.
Regards,
Flyman 
"There are three things in life that people like to stare at: a flowing stream, a crackling fire and a Zamboni clearing the ice."-Charlie Brown
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Flyman,
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Posts: 7466 09/17/2009 08:30 Bulldog1935 |
Scott, if it says Flycraft, that dates it to 1937, when Milward's coined the name.
the rods are never obsolete - the marketing is.
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Young 15a markings | #439 | ||
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Hi Ron:
It doesn't have the Flycraft marking making me think it's a pre-1937 reel. It just says "Milward's" in script with smaller 'MADE IN ENGLAND' in block letters underneath. Thanks! Scott
Regards,
Flyman
"There are three things in life that people like to stare at: a flowing stream, a crackling fire and a Zamboni clearing the ice."-Charlie Brown
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It's cool - I have one that says Flycraft, so I'm sure that dates yours to no later than 1936
you guys don't even want to know what I paid for this reel... 
the rods are never obsolete - the marketing is.
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