The Traditional Fisherman's Forum

Olly wrote: ↑Mon Jan 01, 2024 3:24 pm Well having only seen very few for sale on eBay in 20 years - I would class the 4.5in - whether proofed or not - as rare or rather unusual, certainly less availability than the 3.75in reels.

Thanks again for the info.

I should be grateful if anyone can offer any information about the alterations to my 4½". It has had the handles removed and the rim of the front flange has been crenellated/castellated.

It has been changed to a 'batting' reel. Leeds style.

The edge of the spool being cut enabling a 'no-slip situation' when retrieving or when playing a good sized fish.

Or for ripping fingers when trying to stop a barbel/carp!

The 6 holes in the centre being used only to retrieve or lock the spool.

I have several but not Aerials!

Olly wrote: ↑Mon Jan 01, 2024 4:32 pm It has been changed to a 'batting' reel.

I know, I mean who did it.

Possibly an idiot!

Olly wrote: ↑Mon Jan 01, 2024 4:39 pm Possibly an idiot!

Well they've done quite a neat job of it, I've seen much worse reel modifications.

Not for me - I will use my purpose built ones!

Much cheaper and possibly more efficient with a 5+ spool! And the fingerholes larger.

My latest acquisition
One of only two Brass backplate Sea Aerials made
By the Allcocks factory.
Doesn’t work with the identification tool
Martin

Humber67 wrote: ↑Fri Jan 12, 2024 7:01 pm My latest acquisition
One of only two Brass backplate Sea Aerials made
By the Allcocks factory.
Doesn’t work with the identification tool
Martin

Very nice Martin. I picked up a T3 and a Slater "Ideal" from the same seller/collection.