Alvey fishing reels for sale shop with afterpay ebay. To get a smooth action from your drag we suggest you lubricate with alvey reel oil. Alvey sidecast reels are manufactured in australia. Alvey surfcasting reels distance casting, reliable, almost. Fly casting, bait casting, spinning, and spin casting reels produced in america and europe during the nineteenth and twentieth centuries are shown in over 180 fine photographs and drawings. The alvey surfcasting reels are great for distance casting and are super tough and built to last. Vintage alvey 35 a1 plain side cast fishing reel 3 58 bakelite spool. A detailed history of the development of fishing reel technology and fascinating stories of the notable manufacturers who produced them are related here.
It is a side cast reel and would be ideal for surf or estuary fishing or can be retired to your collection. Two different length handles for power or quick retrieves. I am always surprised that the alvey did not catch on in south africa. Unfollow alvey reels to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. It has achieved this popularity wholly on a faultless performance in the angling field. The alvey kayak combo provides an interesting, indestructible fishing rig once you learn how to operate the alvey reel drag system and understand alvey reel casting. New listingvintage 5 alvey snapper fishing reel 515 c12 made in australia stainless steel. Even though our snyder glas fw7s bottom guide placement did not meet the alvey reel requirementsthe new models will meet the specs, casting was still achievable due to the strong rod and the alvey reel design that allows your line to freely flow off the spool. The first english book on fishing is a treatise of fishing with an angle in 1496. The alvey family has produced quality crafted fishing reels in. Alvey reels are manufactured to best practice standards. The industrial revolution affected fishing reel manufacturing as new companies opened to massproduce reels of various qualities. Alvey reels are simply the most robust and reliable fishing reels available.
Fishing reels are traditionally used in the recreational sport of angling and competitive casting. Comes with original box and paperwork including original receipt 1971, replacement springs, alvey newsletter, alvey fliers, and original shipping label. For further information on alvey reels and other australian fishing reels there is a book. Since the early 1980s, ed pritchard has been researching and collecting highquality antique fishing reels, rods and lures with an emphasis on big game reels by such makers as kovalovsky, coxe, hardy, vom hofe, and finnor and fly fishing reels by leonard, vom hofe, and hardy just to name a few. Charles alvey used a treadle lathe to turn silky oak wood for the back and spool of the first 3. The alveys main value is the surf fisher looking for very high capacity. Fishing with the alvey sidecast reel is more fun than fishing with a normal spinning reel since you can release the drag system and control the fish by palming the reel. Fishing reels for sale buy reels online fishing tackle. Alvey winches are designed to provide maximum winding power, have massive line capacities and will save your back when youre fishing really deep water. He is always on the lookout for fishing reels to add to his collection. Alvey reels is an australian manufacturer of fishing tackle, primarily known for fishing reels and rods.
This site is dedicated to people who are interested in finding out the history and value of their antique fishing reels. This reel has been in my collection for many years. The threads look dirty so i didnt want to try to screw the handle in all the way. Since 1920, with the help of our very skilled and long serving staff members we have proudly manufactured alvey reels, boat reels and many fishing accessories in australia. If you have any questions regarding australian fishing reels or if you have some fishing reels to sell please feel free to email warwick at. For less than a hundred bucks there are a few alvey classic reels for estuary and light surf fishing that price range will get you a brilliant reel for hunting whiting and bream in the surf gutters, and allow you to explore the estuaries in alvey simplicity. Old australian wood alvey side cast fishing reel 5 inchfrom the 1940s hi ebayers.
The back support, line guide and ratchet parts were hand filed from cast gunmetal. Spinning reels spinning reels are our biggest selling type as they are versatile and can be. Alvey reels australia saved short history of this renowned. The charter sport is a modern 205mm vented spool and back plate. Alvey 1425rqrolc reef queen deep sea deck winch with overhead roller youve spent the time and money to get out wide, now give yourself the advantage by choosing an alvey deep sea winch. Alvey fishing reels history alvey anglers forum vintage fishing. Alvey reels australia is a family owned business operating in carole park, brisbane. They out perform and outlast all other reels hands down. Collectible fishing reels schiffer book for collectors. On offer today is this old wooden alvey fishing reel. To trace back the history of production, we must look back to the year 1920, when charles alvey, an english migrant, saw the need for a fishing reel that was easy to use, easy to cast, simple to maintain, and solidly constructed to give many years of trouble free angling. A fishing reel is a cylindrical device attached to a fishing rod used in winding and stowing line modern fishing reels usually have fittings aiding in casting for distance and accuracy, as well as retrieving line. The alvey s main value is the surf fisher looking for very high capacity. In australia they are immensely popular, and have been for decades.
Fishing reel history angling historians have long been frustrated in trying to trace the history of the fishing reel. Open for business hooked online remains fully operational and our team are fulfilling your orders and shipping them as quickly as possible with extra health measures in place. Get the best deals on alvey fishing reels when you shop the largest online selection at. In competition fishing, often under very adverse conditions where gear must be relia. Alvey reels australia saved short history of this renowned tackle. Alvey vintage fishing for sale shop with afterpay ebay. Reel and rod historical evolution 101 combatfishing. Alvey 650 grc highspeed spinning and surfcasting reel. Alvey has a few different types of spinning reels that make for a powerful punch when fishing. Unfollow salmon alvey fishing reel to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. For further information on alvey reels and other australian fishing reels there is a book called australian fishing reels written by bob dunn or contact the australian fishing museum.
All offer unbelievably long casts, fast retrieves, a smooth disc drag, large counterbalanced handle and a fiberglass spool. There is a great deal of history behind every reel. Alvey fishing reels have been made in brisbane, australia, since 1920. This can be checked by winding some line around your finger and releasing it, a stiff line will unwind quickly back to a semi straight format where a soft line will not unwind easily and will retain some of the coiling from being on your finger. History the alvey reel is accepted today throughout australia, and in many overseas countries, as the most efficient and reliable reel marketed. Free delivery and returns on ebay plus items for plus members. Our products and great service can always be found at our alvey authorised retailers. This reel has the quickest recovery rate of its beach series and has an improved rapid retrieve handle plate system. On 20 july 2017 the company announced that it would be closing.
Check out our exclusive weekly deals on fishing reels, rods, combos, storage and more. Fishing reels first appeared in england around 1650, a time of growing interest in fly fishing. The sporty offset laser cut handle plate gives a choice. This modern, fully vented injection moulded reel has a graphite back with a strong metal foot and a fibreglass spool. Alvey sidecast fishing reels generations of australian fishers have been raised using alveys as their weapon of choice and the tradition continues strongly today particularly in the east coast states of queensland and new south wales. A history of fishing tackle in engineering terms by bryce l. Alvey surfcasting reels distance casting, reliable. Oct, 2017 the alvey kayak combo provides an interesting, indestructible fishing rig once you learn how to operate the alvey reel drag system and understand alvey reel casting. The dragged, fibre glass spoolled numbers should work for sharks and sliding. Most alvey reels use what is commonly known as a sidecast fishing action which means the reel is turned sideways to cast.
This reel would make a great piece in a persons collection. Alveys unique sidecast system is very easy to master, and once mastered you will be casting like a champion. The early 1900s saw tremendous growth in all facets of reel production as such companies as shakespeare, meisselbach, hendryx, montague and pflueger produced relatively lowpriced, highquality reels. Alvey sidecast casting reels always a contender for the worlds longdistance casting record, alvey reels cast like an openface spinning reel, then turn 90 for quick and easy retrieve. Information supplied and used with permission from bruce alvey, manager of alvey fishing reels. Please view the attached catalogue from alvey lists all the different reels, accessories and spare parts that you may need.
The history of alvey reels australia the alvey family has produced quality crafted fishing reels in australia since 1920. The alvey family still owns the business and actively participates in the manufacture and designs of todays extensive range of alvey reels. They are typically attached to a fishing rod, though some specialized reels. A primitive reel was first cited in the book, the art of angling 1651. Alvey reels are world famous side cast fishing reels that can cast great distances.
Mar 28, 2017 alvey fishing reels history alvey anglers forum. To trace back the history of production, it started in 1920 when charles alvey, an english. Alvey spinning reels include the powercatch 70 which is their largest diameter surf reel. It was founded by charles alvey in brisbane during 1920 making it one of the oldest family owned fishing companies in australia. To trace back the history of production, it started in 1920 when charles alvey, an english migrant, saw the need for a fishing reel that was easy to use, easy to cast, simple to maintain, and solidly constructed to give many years of troublefree angling. The history of alvey reels australia allan burgess with a small 55c alvey with stainless steel back.
Isaak walton see his book the compleat angler was a cane poler, as were chinese. In 1651, english literature first reported a wind installed within two feet of the lower end of the rod. Antique fishing reels free appraisals reel history. Alvey vintage fishing reels for sale shop with afterpay ebay. Buy alvey vintage fishing reels and get the best deals at the lowest prices on ebay. Alvey reels is an australian manufacturer of fishing tackle, primarily known for fishing reels and. Fishing an alvey is hard work without the rod bucket, so get yourself one at the outset.
This reel has the quickest recovery rate of its beach series and. Great savings free delivery collection on many items. Alvey combos are matched rods and reels that make a quality longcasting setup. A stiff line is better than a soft line because it does not tend to absorb the twist from the casting action. On the beach the alvey is renowned as a tough as nails surf fishing reel, a title it carries easily. This is an excellent reel for wharf fishing and light surfcasting. Alvey reels have the capability of casting so far that the late jack alvey actually won a long distance casting medal at the international casting. All the fishing reels displayed on this website are a part of the museums collection. Contained in these pages you will find information to help you identify your reel, assess the condition and age of your reel, and also determine what your reel is worth. Brad pittone of my favorite movies book with him in it a. Alvey came out with the first bakelight spool, and the rest, as they say, is history. Working on the basic principle of the scottish mallock reel. Youll find new or used products in alvey fishing reels on ebay. I am always surprised that the alvey did not catch on in.