Very Interesting blog on Fishing History

Came across this fabulous blog whilst trying to id some of my reels.

http://fishinghistory.blogspot.com/

A lot of VERY interesting information.

I have also started communications with Dr Todd Larson and do hope to maintain communication and the learning channel.

Roddymatic 8000

Also grabbed this guy from Melbourne, open face spinning, Also Made in Japan by Roddy. I am really attracted to the age-old looks of these egg beaters.

Fjord Spinning Reel

Picked this up from Melbourne this trip. Really interesting piece, green and open-faced egg beater. Slurp...

Shimano Ultegra Advance 2500S and 1000S

Dun really need to intro these beauties

MITCHELL 300A

The 300A was a workhorse that many a old angler will swear by...

Mitchell 4430

Another Dinosaur from the good old days....

Shimano Speedmaster CX2500SQ

Another super oldie from Shimano.

Ryobi Applause VS1500i

Ryobi makes some gems. Heavy but hardy.. This is the VS1500i.

ABU Ambassaduer 6500CS Rocket

Love the ABU Ambs. This is the 6500CS Rocket in chrome.

Camo Baitrunner 2000

What I got custom-made in China. 2000 size baitrunner with 6+1 Bearings.

Sabre SL-05

Nice cutie. 500 size reel from China.