Collection of vintage automatic fly fishing reels including Shakespeare and Perrine models

This collection features various automatic fly fishing reels primarily from the mid-20th century, with models from American manufacturers like Shakespeare and Perrine. Automatic fly reels were innovative for their time, using internal spring mechanisms to automatically retrieve line with the press of a lever, eliminating the need for manual cranking. These vintage reels are highly sought after by fishing tackle collectors and fly fishing enthusiasts for their historical significance in the evolution of fishing equipment. The different colors and designs represent various models that were produced during the golden age of American fishing tackle manufacturing, making them valuable both as collectible items and as usable vintage fishing equipment.