120 A rare Farlow Billiken multiplying bait casting reel,

alloy construction with 3:1 ratio gearing, off-set tapered xylonite handle on counter-balanced arm which disengages the spool for casting when raised and turned, brass faceplate, removeable alloy rear plate  with six ventilation ports and spring locking bar, recessed to house the patent fan casting regulator, brass block foot and triple pillared drum cage, faceplate stamped Holdfast logo and makers details, 2 ⅛” diameter, in original fitted oak rectangular case with nickel silver screw cap oil bottle,  good overall condition, circa 1915 (see illustration)

£900-1300