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Help identify old spools
Post 23 Sep 2017, 21:47 • #1 
Sport
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These came from my Grandad after he passed and all of his gear was orvis except for an old Hardy 10' rod/reel combo that was more of a mooching rig. I'm guess that '70s or '80s would be the timeframe. One of the spools is a purpled vintage anodizing color while the other is jet black. Both spools have the little notch in the inside rim and would appear to be from a 3.25" dia reel. Bonus if you can identy this old spinning reel which no markings other than USA Pat Pend. Thanks in advance!

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Post 23 Sep 2017, 22:12 • #2 
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Almost looks like the Orvis SSS reel made in Argentina - is that a washer hiding a cork drag? Never mind, needs a handle on that side you are showing.


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Post 23 Sep 2017, 22:19 • #3 
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Pretty sure that's right, looks like the AR model has a handle plate that fits inside the wide lip on the spool. I don't remember seeking that whole reel, but I do remember him complaining about the early Orvis saltwater A/R reels before the DXR came out.


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Post 23 Sep 2017, 22:40 • #4 
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The back of the spool sure looks right as does the hole pattern and palming rim. I still own one, direct drive model.


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Post 24 Sep 2017, 19:35 • #5 
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The spinning reel is an early Heddon Spin Pal.


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Post 24 Sep 2017, 22:32 • #6 
Sport
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So it is, thanks! Seems to be working fine so I'm going to throw it on an old Silaflex rod to see if any bass are interested.


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