GreyNurse Posted August 12, 2015 Share Posted August 12, 2015 Hi guys and girls, I was looking for some line in my workshop today and unearthed my long forgotten Capstan No.24 bakelite reel. I'd archived it years ago because the ratchet button on the back-plate was missing and I'd jury rigged something that didn't really work. Fast forward to today and I thought I should send out an APB on Fishraider to see if an members, or friends of a friend, has one of these old reels that may be unusable but is OK for parts, vis a vie, the ratchet button. I believe the No. 37 has the same sized ratchet arrangement.The other question while I'm here is; What type of fishing were these reels used for? My one has some Dacron wound on, which I assume is backing for fly line.So were they a fly reel? The No.24's spool is only 8cm in diameter. See pics below. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Twinfisher 4.9 Posted August 16, 2015 Share Posted August 16, 2015 Oh, my goodness, a Capstan......I'm an avid collector of old reels. Yes I believe they were originally a fly reel and were very popular in Australia in the 60's for luderick, until the Avon Royal came along. Sorry I cannot help you with the parts you need, but I'm sure someone here can help you. Gotta love our fishing history. Steve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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