The reel in this listing is from the Estate of long-time tackle collector Carolyn Corwin. Old Reel Collectors Association, Inc. (ORCA) is selling the reels for the estate. Carolyn and her deceased husband Ed were Honorary Members of ORCA. Please support this sale and get a great reel in the process! 

Now is a great time to buy vintage fishing reels you may never have another chance to buy. 

A vintage authentic homemade folk art Knitted Thumb Stall for finger protection while casting. The Pflueger box measures about 2.5” x 2” x 1”, unmarked except for a 1937 inspection date, and was likely matched with the stall for convenience since commercial manufacturers were not known to have made knitted stalls.  Knitted thumb stalls were typically homemade for surf casters and distance anglers. Google AI indicates this stall was made from worsted wool yarn, with vibrant colors available between the 1940s and 1970s, and it was knit in stockinette stitch, with rounded decreases near the top and a finished brim on the bottom edge. This item ships from Longview, TX. Combined shipping is available for like items from Longview that end on the same date.

Please see the photos for condition details. Buyer pays for USPS Priority Mail shipping, plus insurance if desired. 

Proceeds from this auction go to the Carolyn Corwin estate. If you would be interested in learning more about ORCA and reel collecting, or possibly joining, visit our ORCA website.