W.H Dingley Salmon Fishing reel, 4¼" Perfect
W.H Dingley Salmon Fishing reel, 4¼" Perfect
Walter Henry Dingley Perfect Salmon Fishing Reel
A fine 4¼-inch Walter Henry Dingley Perfect salmon fishing reel, crafted in alloy and fitted with a smooth brass foot, tension screw and original black single handle. A particularly attractive example, it is both a desirable collector's piece and a reel that remains perfectly usable for fishing.
The front plate carries Dingley's distinctive maker's details within an oval, reading "W. H. Dingley, Maker, Alnwick", providing a clear indication of its origin and manufacture.
The reel measures approximately 2 inches across the frame, with the handle extending a further 2½ cm beyond the stated depth measurement. Its combination of the alloy construction, brass foot, classic Dingley markings and simple single-handle configuration gives it the unmistakable character of a traditional British salmon reel.
A handsome example of the Dingley Perfect, combining practical fishing design with the craftsmanship and appeal that have made W. H. Dingley reels sought after by collectors of historic British fishing tackle.
Dimensions:
1900-1949
Circa 1900
Alloy
United Kingdom
Great usable condition.
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