Record and ABU Accessories
My primary interest is in what was actually provided with the reel when
first sold. This may be due to my practical approach, like actually getting
down to using the reels. Tool and spools so to speak! I have to admit
though, what my accessories research has uncovered is a plethora of common
publicity items as well as some very rare and one -off items presented to
long time ABU employees after many years of diligent service.
For many however who have deeper pockets, I realize that they think a
reel is not truly collectable item unless it is complete as sold and is in
mint, unused condition.
This means for them, an awareness of the different packaging materials,
such a whether the reel was sold in various types of box, liners be they
styrofoam, cloth or leather pouches and tools/spare parts for maintenence,
is important. My knowledge is rudimentary and again I refer you to
Daniel Skupien's Vintage Fishing Reels of Sweden. I have one pair of reels in a
teak presentation case and one that came in a leather bag inside the
cardboard box that is normal for all my other reels.
Many excellent collections of ABU
are to be found in Japan. The previously shared information and images
have been removed at the request of the owner who is producing a book .
A favourite is this big Salmo combined
gaff/wader/tailer
A sample accessories
catalog page from the 1957 N&N can be seen here.
Jewellery has been popular in the ABU product line
Sundry other items