Pettengill sidemount reel

Pettengill sidemount reelFor sale here is a nice example of a Pettengill sidemount reel. Made by Albert Pettengill circa 1887. This example, stamped "2 Pat Pdg" on the foot, has a checkered disk, a constant click, and 14 "cut outs" to allow lines to dry while still on the reel. In good condition with full unmolested foot and original wooden grasp. The nickel plating over brass is still mostly intact.

Florida in 1948 (first year after his move from Brooklyn)

It takes only 0

which was first published in 1653

Flawless agate

with a delicate and precise medium action

The butt cap is maker-stamped with the serial number

main wraps brown with a yellow edge

The LX Series also has a large hard-coat anodized aluminum clutch with graphite impregnated cork drag surface for buttery smooth action and enough stopping power to straighten a hook

see picture)

The varnish shows some use marks

Inner spool width is 3/4" and the reel weighs approximately 5 7/8 oz

The varnish and wraps could use a touch up