Allcock Unventilated Aerial 5101-T1 3½”
A script engraved and rare early Aerial in outstanding condition. SOLD
£750.00
Introduced in 1900, this model had the same spool as the Coxon Aerials of the period. It was the first model with an aluminium back.
This example has unusually nice tapered horn handles, the aforementioned script engraved back plate and a factory fitted brass BP line guard (positioned for right hand wind but easily removable). The script engraving on the back and the horn handles suggest it was made c1910-1916. Production of this model ran from 1900-1916.
Condition report.
The strong but lightweight ebonite spool flanges, hollow nickel sliver line pins and exceptionally well figured tapered horn handles make for a very light spool. The fine, straight spindle and phosphor-bronze spool hub, with no play or wear, result in an exceptionally free running reel. PATENT is stamped on the front face of the ebonite flange above the spool release spoke.
The back retains much of its original leaded finish. The rim of the back and its interior were polished and lacquered on these early versions. Standing on its foot, the back has The Allcock Aerial engraved on two lines to the left of the spindle boss and S. Allcock & Co Ltd REDDITCH stamped on two lines to the right of the spindle boss.
This reel’s brass foot retains some of its original protective lacquer. These early reels had four counter sunk nickel sliver screws securing the foot to the back. This foot is straight and unaltered.
The factory fitted brass BP line guard (with nickel silver bars) is positioned for right hand wind but is easily removable if you wish.
The spool’s nickel silver spokes are straight and clean. The spool release mechanism works perfectly. The spool runs perfectly, with no play or wobble. It’s absolutely outstanding for a reel of this age.
The spool’s width between flanges is 13/16”
The superb tapered horn handles are straight and free turning.
The sweet calliper check is crisp and operated via the brass button on the reel’s back.
Exceedingly rare, exceptionally handsome, script engraved and mechanically perfect- a reel to use and to look at admiringly.
*From the collection of the late Andrew Pattison.