Chris Lythe 1915 Avon 4” x 1⅛” centre pin reel № 24.
Number 24 of this exceptional reel in mint condition.
£1,100.00
Master reel maker Chris Lythe says this is the favourite reel in his collection. This is a superb example of Chris Lythe’s work in a thoroughly tried and tested format. If you had to restrict yourself to one classic centre pin, this would be a sound choice.
The spool hub is phosphor-bronze, the spokes, line pins and handle spindles are nickel silver. The foot is brass. The spindle, check wheel, check pawl and check spring are steel.
The spool has 12 spokes –six front and six at the rear, with a front rim ventilated with eight large holes. The V-check is controlled via a brass lever. All parts are nickel silver and brass. The spool and back plate are anodised slate grey. Handles are faux Ivory.
It comes in its purpose made drawstring bag which is embroidered with the maker details.
The original owner’s initials are engraved on the back plate along with the maker’s details.