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Most collectors start off their journey by buying anything they see. After many purchases good and bad they settle upon a theme or Maker to specialise in. Most of the big manufacturers have easy to access information on the internet. At Thomas Turner we contribute to this resource on a frequent basis through our listings, blogs and videos on our website, YouTube and Facebook.
The passion for Farlow tackle has been a staple part of the business for years. Our CEO Richard Hewitt, past Chairman of Farlow’s remains an enthusiastic collector of the brand.
Established in 1840, Farlow have a mass of products for the collector to chase. They have produced some of the most iconic collectors pieces.
The Farlow Gye Net is just one example and is still fished today. The one in the collage above is an early model in rarely seen trout size with wooden frame and shaft.
Variety is the attraction with Farlow. Folding handle brass winches, brass face salmon fly reels to compete with the Hardy Perfect and the rare Biliken multiplier reel are all beautiful in form. Supplying tackle worldwide it developed ingenious designs to overcome fishing problems. New Patents and innovative concepts give the range depth and variety.
The famous Farlow Patent Lever reel produced from the 1890’s is still fished today, a testament to the quality. Made in both alloy and brass they look amazing and better if you can acquire one in its block leather case. We always have these in stock.
Farlow were one of the first companies to make a drum Spinning reel c1900 competing with the Hardy Silex model. Running on ball bearings they had the technical edge. The Livewire models are very difficult to locate however at the time of writing, we have one in stock.
For the wooden reel collector there are many patterns. The 5” sea starback reel shown here was made for them by Rueben Heaton of Birmingham. It features twin Bickerdyke brass line guides plus an adjustable check making it suitable for Mahseer fishing too.
For the fly collector a mass of cabinets, boxes and wallets are out there. Our favourite is the oak cabinet with removable trays, which when filled with early salmon flies is a real showstopper.
Recently we were delighted to buy a collection of reels, flies and tackle from the family of the late HRH Prince Axel of Denmark. A unique opportunity to buy such a historic collection. It contained a rare See-All fly box with flies, salmon and trout fly reels, nets and creels and line driers.
Recent special edition rods and reels such as the 175th Regal Anniversary Fly Reel and split cane bamboo rod sets are collectable now. We currently have three anniversary reels left for sale.
From antique folding handle brass reels, wicker creels, greenheart rods and accessories, they made it all.
In short, the Farlow range is extensive, exciting and has something for everyone. Check our website frequently. We upload new items every day buying and selling worldwide.
Register and join our Newsletter and this automatically gives you a 10% discount on future purchases as well as keeping you up to date with new items, articles and special offers.
If you have any Farlow or other makers tackle for sale/valuation, vintage or modern drop me an email on john@thomasturner.com or call on 07548 871985 and let’s talk tackle.
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The passion for Farlow tackle has been a staple part of the business for years. Our CEO Richard Hewitt, past Chairman of Farlow’s remains an enthusiastic collector of the brand.
Established in 1840, Farlow have a mass of products for the collector to chase. They have produced some of the most iconic collectors pieces.
The Farlow Gye Net is just one example and is still fished today. The one in the collage above is an early model in rarely seen trout size with wooden frame and shaft.
Variety is the attraction with Farlow. Folding handle brass winches, brass face salmon fly reels to compete with the Hardy Perfect and the rare Biliken multiplier reel are all beautiful in form. Supplying tackle worldwide it developed ingenious designs to overcome fishing problems. New Patents and innovative concepts give the range depth and variety.
The famous Farlow Patent Lever reel produced from the 1890’s is still fished today, a testament to the quality. Made in both alloy and brass they look amazing and better if you can acquire one in its block leather case. We always have these in stock.
Farlow were one of the first companies to make a drum Spinning reel c1900 competing with the Hardy Silex model. Running on ball bearings they had the technical edge. The Livewire models are very difficult to locate however at the time of writing, we have one in stock.
For the wooden reel collector there are many patterns. The 5” sea starback reel shown here was made for them by Rueben Heaton of Birmingham. It features twin Bickerdyke brass line guides plus an adjustable check making it suitable for Mahseer fishing too.
For the fly collector a mass of cabinets, boxes and wallets are out there. Our favourite is the oak cabinet with removable trays, which when filled with early salmon flies is a real showstopper.
Recently we were delighted to buy a collection of reels, flies and tackle from the family of the late HRH Prince Axel of Denmark. A unique opportunity to buy such a historic collection. It contained a rare See-All fly box with flies, salmon and trout fly reels, nets and creels and line driers.
Recent special edition rods and reels such as the 175th Regal Anniversary Fly Reel and split cane bamboo rod sets are collectable now. We currently have three anniversary reels left for sale.
From antique folding handle brass reels, wicker creels, greenheart rods and accessories, they made it all.
In short, the Farlow range is extensive, exciting and has something for everyone. Check our website frequently. We upload new items every day buying and selling worldwide.
Register and join our Newsletter and this automatically gives you a 10% discount on future purchases as well as keeping you up to date with new items, articles and special offers.
If you have any Farlow or other makers tackle for sale/valuation, vintage or modern drop me an email on john@thomasturner.com or call on 07548 871985 and let’s talk tackle.
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