Antique, Ustonson, Temple Bar London ‘Maker to his’ Majesty early 1800 fishing reel

DESCRIPTION

Released from our Private Fishkar Fishing Collection we have very special brass early 1800 multiplier fishing reel made by the famous London, Ustonson brand.

It shows some age related wear and is intended for collectors display only.Made from old brass with very old carbon steel screws and rivets. This is a delightful rare reel that will grace the finest English collection of antique fishing tackle. A smaller similar period reel is included in the sale as shown in the photographs. This is a nice addition for reference.

TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION 

Solid Brass 2” Reel 

MAKER:  Ustonson,Temple Bar,  London 

PATTERN:  Multiplier

RETAILER / TEXT ON REEL:  Ustonson, Makers to his Majesty, Temple Bar,  London 

TYPE: Multiplier, small Trout/general fishing reel             

INTERNAL STAMP:  None

FISHING STYLE:  Trout

DIAMETER:  2” width           

CHECK:  None/ Multiplier gears                   

FOOT:  2 ⅞ “ Brass perforated edges secured with two old steel rivets 

TENSIONER: None                 

LATCH TYPE:  Single Steel Screw 

HANDLE:  cream Ivory

DRUM:  Solid Brass with offset line hole

LINEGUARD:  None  

WEIGHT:  178 g - 6.2oz oz

APPROXIMATE AGE:  1800-1838