Vintage Fishing Reels of Sweden

Vintage Fishing Reels of Sweden

A comprehensive guide to 40 years of collectible Swedish-made fishing reels.

Swedish-made fishing reels are collected all over the globe and are among the most prized in the category. Names such as ABU, Arjon, River, Pebeco, W.D., Nordic, Rainbow, Radius, and Victory make nearly every reel collector perk up his ears. There are several international collector clubs dedicated to the Ambassadeur alone, and many models bring top dollar at the auction block.

This book contains background information on every Swedish-made fishing reel manufacturer and discusses every production model made between 1940 and 1980. It includes baitcasters, spinning, and fly reels. With over 675 color photographs, vintage advertisements, and patent drawings, plus a guide to current values, it is a must-have reference book for the collector and dealer alike.

Size: 8.5in x 11.0in  |  Pages: 208  |  678 color photos