One of my first spinning reels!!
Now that brings back memories,where are you located?
James Island
Bought in Massachusetts - longer ago than I care to admit
My first reel, as well, and I still have it and the rod. Bought from Sears ~50 years ago.
-The size of a fish is directly proportional to the time between when it’s lost and the story is told. - Me
-What’s the best eating fish, you ask? I’ve found that for a lot people, its the ones that they happen to be able to catch, clean, and cook. - My Dad (1/13/37 - 9/27/16 I love you Pops)
-Until you have loved a dog, part of your soul remains unawakened. Anatole France (paraphrased)
-RIP my “Puppy Dog” 10/15/2004 - 1/14/2013. I’ll never forget him. What a special friend he was.
-Team Gonna Fish
Wow bow hunter, that’s a long time,my boys have lost and destroyed all my old gear when they were young. I now keep my shop locked up tight,lol.Dont think I’ll be able to get to James island, too much traffic.
My First Spinning reel was a Mitchell 301 (same w/handle on the right side)
Awesome reel - caught hundreds of BSB with it back in the day and way more freshwater fish in the lakes.
I still have it on the Original Garcia 5 Star FG rod I purchased with it. that reel even came with (2) spools - way ahead of its time…
https://www.fishingtalks.com/how-much-is-the-value-of-a-mitchell-300-in-box-34118.html
man don’t sell that thing. I’ll give you $16 if you’ll keep it.