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A superb excellent to near mint condition spinning reel made by the Lionel Corporation. Lionel expanded their business after the war from just trains and toys to fishing tackle as well. Their … A superb excellent to near mint condition spinning reel made by the Lionel Corporation. Lionel expanded their business after the war from just trains and toys to fishing tackle as well. Their capital investment in cast molding equipment was already in-stitu , thus easing the burden into this venture. It didn't last long however as their reels were expensive and heavy. The change from baitcasting to spinning didn't happen overnight, but actually took about 25 years to become the mainstay of modern fishing technique. This is the full bail model # 4 version. It has a left handed crank handle, meaning that you hold the rod & reel in your right hand. Please look at the pictures to ensure that you understand the orientation. Price: $88.00 USD

An early marked Fulton Street, New York reel made by Edward Vom Hofe. Also marked with the 1883 patent date. Hard vulcanized rubber and German designed nickel-silver. In very fine working condition … An early marked Fulton Street, New York reel made by Edward Vom Hofe. Also marked with the 1883 patent date. Hard vulcanized rubber and German designed nickel-silver. In very fine working condition with no problems. There are superficial problems as noted. One side is inscribed " NA " ; somewhat haphazardly as many a time reels were monogrammed, but with more grace and style as this one. The other side has a few hairline cracks around the bottom screws and a professional PINNED rubber plate plate repair near that. Those were the days. The diameter of the reel is 4 " and the width is 2 3/8 " . Hopefully this still collectable reel can find a home with other Vom Hofe Reels. Price: $385.00 USD

Circa 1952 or thereabouts. The OTCO stands for Ohio Tool Company, the namesake of the manufacturer. Very sharp design with cast aluminum and stainless steel. Definately not a cheap reel and not … Circa 1952 or thereabouts. The OTCO stands for Ohio Tool Company, the namesake of the manufacturer. Very sharp design with cast aluminum and stainless steel. Definately not a cheap reel and not made long. Superb condition and problem free. Says " will not backlash " on it, however many spinning reels did and still do backlash depending on how much line you put on the spool, etc. A nice collectable reel and rare as such. Price: $125.00 USD

Made in USA model. Dated for " FK ", which is 1951. Also appears in an ALW catalog in 1955 for a whopping $25.00 ! Excellent condition and all working order with … Made in USA model. Dated for " FK ", which is 1951. Also appears in an ALW catalog in 1955 for a whopping $25.00 ! Excellent condition and all working order with all parts. The rather new technology of incorporating high quality stainless steel plates and fixtures into the reel made it expensive. Few sold making all stainless steel President reels scarce to moderately rare. Price: $100.00 USD

Circa 1948 or thereabouts. Made by the Lionel Toy train maker. This was a separate division of the company. Lionel started making fishing reels after the War due to the high demand … Circa 1948 or thereabouts. Made by the Lionel Toy train maker. This was a separate division of the company. Lionel started making fishing reels after the War due to the high demand for fishing reels and thusly wanted to cash in on the growing market. Their venture was an expensive one and did not last too long. This model is the half-bail model and is left-handed. Excellent working condition with some wearing. Price: $100.00 USD

Fine to very fine condition. All parts present and working. This is the nickel plated version with some plating loss, oxidation and the like. The check mechanism works, but doesn't work as … Fine to very fine condition. All parts present and working. This is the nickel plated version with some plating loss, oxidation and the like. The check mechanism works, but doesn't work as if it was brand new meaning it sticks a little here and there. Marked expert and No#22. A nice early collectable reel. Marked on the side Patd Jan 14, 96. Over 100 years old. Price: $125.00 USD