The greatest revelation in this auction is an early 18th century leather bound hand-written manuscript. Dated 1712, the writer, William Lister, has compiled a list of flies following his observations, he then lists the feathers and materials required to tie each fly together.
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| “Angler’s Complete Guide And Companion,” expected to realise £ 180 – £ 250 |
The manuscript is on of more than 600 lots to be auctioned on, November 24, at Ludlow Racecourse in South Shropshire. Says auctioneer, John Mullock, of Sporting auctioneers, Mullock Madeley, “The manuscript has already created considerable interest and is likely to make a serious sum. Nevertheless there are many items in the auction, which would make splendid and most unusual Christmas presents at prices to suit every pocket.
New tackle
An unprecedented collection of brand new top-draw rods and reels is included in the catalogue. “We have some of the best makers in the world, including rods by Thomas & Thomas and Sage Graphite, with reels by Ari’t Hart and Penn International – these are serious stocking fillers for today’s angler,” says Mr Mullock.
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| 4in Salmon Fly reel fitted with nickel silver annular rim and pillars, rod in hand, circa 1894 guide £ 1,000 – £ 1,500. |
Says Mr Mullock: “We are extremely fortunate to have ‘The Leigh Moffatt’ collection comprising of some 80 superb angling books. This is a stunning collection with fine books and authors from the last two centuries. Titles include, ‘Be Quiet and go a-fishing’ first edition, published 1949; ‘Days among the Pike and Perch, first edition 1907 and ‘Fishing Tackle,’ 1886.”
Prime exhibits include a fine Farlows carved wooden salmon, expected to hook in excess of £ 1,000 and a pair of Thames Pike, in a bow fronted case, caught February 4, 1899.
Mullock Madeley’s sporting memorabilia sale is to be held on Saturday, December 8, at Ludlow. To dip into the sale and find more details visit www.mullockmadeley.co.uk or telephone for a catalogue 01694 771771.
