Bronson Made Trade Reel for James Heddon & Sons Rare "INDIAN CHIEF" No. 3 Takapart Level Wind Duraluminum Finish Circa-1927
Bronson Rare "INDIAN CHIEF" No. 3 Trade Reel for James Heddon & Sons Takapart Level Wind Duraluminum Finish Circa-1927. The “Indian Chief” models were produced for James Heddon’s Sons from 1927-1929. These quick “thumb screw” take-apart reels were made of Duraluminum and were virtually the same as Bronson’s regular “Master” reels. Of historical significance, is the fact that both Charles and Will Heddon hated this reel after using it down in Florida. As a result of this model not holding up cosmetically or mechanically, Bronson would lose the Heddon contract (to Shakespeare) after 1929 and would not produce another reel for Heddon for another 18 years. This rarely seen model with Duraluminum is in good condition showing some wear but considered very fine for these. All functions work as intended. Spins fast and smooth with a strong clicker and the level wind glides side to side. The foot is clean, not manicured and shows 2 patents underneath. This model is rarely seen as the new Duraluminum finish was a flawed product and the finishes didnt survive the elements. This is the finest example I have ever seen.
Bronson Rare "INDIAN CHIEF" No. 3 Trade Reel for James Heddon & Sons Takapart Level Wind Duraluminum Finish Circa-1927. The “Indian Chief” models were produced for James Heddon’s Sons from 1927-1929. These quick “thumb screw” take-apart reels were made of Duraluminum and were virtually the same as Bronson’s regular “Master” reels. Of historical significance, is the fact that both Charles and Will Heddon hated this reel after using it down in Florida. As a result of this model not holding up cosmetically or mechanically, Bronson would lose the Heddon contract (to Shakespeare) after 1929 and would not produce another reel for Heddon for another 18 years. This rarely seen model with Duraluminum is in good condition showing some wear but considered very fine for these. All functions work as intended. Spins fast and smooth with a strong clicker and the level wind glides side to side. The foot is clean, not manicured and shows 2 patents underneath. This model is rarely seen as the new Duraluminum finish was a flawed product and the finishes didnt survive the elements. This is the finest example I have ever seen.
Bronson Rare "INDIAN CHIEF" No. 3 Trade Reel for James Heddon & Sons Takapart Level Wind Duraluminum Finish Circa-1927. The “Indian Chief” models were produced for James Heddon’s Sons from 1927-1929. These quick “thumb screw” take-apart reels were made of Duraluminum and were virtually the same as Bronson’s regular “Master” reels. Of historical significance, is the fact that both Charles and Will Heddon hated this reel after using it down in Florida. As a result of this model not holding up cosmetically or mechanically, Bronson would lose the Heddon contract (to Shakespeare) after 1929 and would not produce another reel for Heddon for another 18 years. This rarely seen model with Duraluminum is in good condition showing some wear but considered very fine for these. All functions work as intended. Spins fast and smooth with a strong clicker and the level wind glides side to side. The foot is clean, not manicured and shows 2 patents underneath. This model is rarely seen as the new Duraluminum finish was a flawed product and the finishes didnt survive the elements. This is the finest example I have ever seen.