DAM Quick 110 - 550 + 221 and 331 now!!!

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DAM Quick 110 - 550 + 221 and 331 now!!!

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As DAM reels have been mentioned on the forum a couple of times recently, I'd like to show you my latest addition to the ever growing collection.
I've got a complete set of the DAM Quick 110 - 550 now. These reels have been built between 1967 and 1973, so they're at least as old as myself.
The 110 is going to be paired with my DAM "Wiesent", a light spinning rod from the same period.
The 220 will be the perfect fit for the DAM "Saale", an "Avon"-like rod.
I've yet to think about what to do with the other three reels. The 550 is a veritable monster of a reel. The last picture shows it in comparison to a Mitchell 300.

Thanks for looking, gentlemen! If anyone is interested in buying a DAM reel, I'm most happy to help. They're quite easy to find in Germany.
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A "quick" update . I've finally found the two high speed models of this series. The 221and the 331.
For servicing the reels I also have the original grease and oil now and a couple of bail arm springs and washers for the drag.
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Re: DAM Quick 110 - 550

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They’re fantastic. I can see a use for all of them, right up to the 550 for catfish!

I’d like a little 110 and 220.
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Re: DAM Quick 110 - 550

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Very nice indeed Martin. I have to say these reels are unknown to me but as is so often with this excellent forum we've had a few posts of late that have expanded my knowledge :Thumb:

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Re: DAM Quick 110 - 550

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A wonderful collection of superb reels Martin, I have a 220 and 285 as you know and just love them! :Hat:
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Re: DAM Quick 110 - 550

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Hi Martin,
Lovely reels, photos and post. My 330's are my workhorse carp reels, the 440 is for that special big day (yet to happen) and the 220 for tench, chub, etc. It's interesting how I use the 'originals' rather than the 330N and 220N (the latter still has a sticker on the foot)...they just feel good.
I'd love to get my paws on a 285 if you ever come across one.
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Re: DAM Quick 110 - 550

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Hi Martin,
Lovely reels, photos and post. My 330's are my workhorse carp reels, the 440 is for that special big day (yet to happen) and the 220 for tench, chub, etc. It's interesting how I use the 'originals' rather than the 330N and 220N (the latter still has a sticker on the foot)...they just feel good.
I'd love to get my paws on a 285 if you ever come across one.
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Re: DAM Quick 110 - 550

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What a great looking collection of DAM's, can't wait to find one myself, they are proving to be a tad tricky to track down these days :Brickwall:

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Re: DAM Quick 110 - 550

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Delightful collection there Martin. As you saw the other day, I was fortunate to have a barter exchange and ended up only last week with a terrific DAM 331 S model from I think 1968 ? I will think on for a while but might decide I also want a second 331 S to match it but it'll have to wait at this stage.

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Re: DAM Quick 110 - 550

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Sorry Martin, I just noticed that last line in your post saying you are willing to source them over in Germany if this is right I would love a 110 & 220 if you can manage it for me :Beg:

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Re: DAM Quick 110 - 550

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Tengisgol wrote: Mon Jan 20, 2020 5:09 pm They’re fantastic. I can see a use for all of them, right up to the 550 for catfish!

I’d like a little 110 and 220.
Send me a PM, if you'd like me to find these reels for you, Phil.
Cat wrote: Mon Jan 20, 2020 6:46 pm Hi Martin,
Lovely reels, photos and post. My 330's are my workhorse carp reels, the 440 is for that special big day (yet to happen) and the 220 for tench, chub, etc. It's interesting how I use the 'originals' rather than the 330N and 220N (the latter still has a sticker on the foot)...they just feel good.
I'd love to get my paws on a 285 if you ever come across one.
Regards Cat
I might have, what you're looking for. Just send me a PM, Cat.
Barbulus wrote: Tue Jan 21, 2020 5:26 pm Delightful collection there Martin. As you saw the other day, I was fortunate to have a barter exchange and ended up only last week with a terrific DAM 331 S model from I think 1968 ? I will think on for a while but might decide I also want a second 331 S to match it but it'll have to wait at this stage.
I might be able to find one for you, Barbulus. Drop me a PM!
Gudgeon Basher wrote: Tue Jan 21, 2020 5:28 pm Sorry Martin, I just noticed that last line in your post saying you are willing to source them over in Germany if this is right I would love a 110 & 220 if you can manage it for me :Beg:

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They're not that easy to find and Tengisgol seems to be interested as well, Gudgeon Basher. PM me amd we can discuss how to proceed.
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