Many of you who follow our site may have noticed something of a quantum leap in our stock especially in the area of top-quality collectable items. Our reputation for the swift buying of collections helps enormously plus the plethora of superb reviews from customers on Trust Pilot make us the ideal trusted port of call […]
Category Archives: Collecting
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Feb
Feb
Not quite in drones but it has been a busy few weeks at Thomas Turner and our buyers (both of us!) have been busy scouring the globe (literally) considering some incredible collections of vintage and also more modern tackle being offered to us. Most of these are coming from long time collectors who feel now […]
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Jan
Jan
Another interesting few weeks in the world of vintage tackle with the highlight for us involving an unusual and very rare item from the prestigious and highly collectible Farlow brand. An early solid nickel silver reel built for the Great Exhibition? An early Billiken casting reel? Or maybe an early brass multiplying winch script engraved […]
03
Nov
Nov
In the world of angling, certain names resonate with a rich legacy, and ‘Hardy Brothers’ is undoubtedly one of them. Founded in the 1870s by the visionary siblings, William and John James Hardy, in the quaint town of Alnwick, England, this brand has bestowed the fishing community with exceptional tackle ranging from reels, rods, and […]
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Oct
Oct
Here at TT HQ, we have been excited to receive a beautiful collection of original Fred Crouch reels, complete with their boxes and certificates. The previous owner looked after these, and were never fished with. He even had a rare prototype. Background: During the late 1960’s Shakespeare decided that the market for centrepins was on […]
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Oct
Oct
Presentation sets by Hardy of Alnwick are typically considered rare and highly collectible items among fishing enthusiasts and collectors. The sets are often limited edition or special collections, which adds to their rarity. Over the years, here at Thomas Turner, we have been fortunate to come across a selection of these fantastic sets. At our […]
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Oct
Oct
The Hardy Perfect is one of the most iconic and sought-after fly reels in the history of angling. Produced by the Hardy Brothers of Alnwick, England, the Perfect has been cherished by fly fishers for well over a century. Foster Hardy, the third brother to join the firm, took over the reel department and invented […]
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Jun
Jun
Hardy began their quest for a lightweight reel back in the 1930’s, starting with the LRH lightweight fly reel. This was a light 3 1/4oz contracted reel for quick winding which was easily taken apart for cleaning (Graham Turner). The LRH stands for Lawrence Robert Hardy. Lawrence was the eldest of William Hardy’s sons. Progression […]
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Mar
Mar
Once again, the valuation day at Dever Springs went down a treat. Leaving Staffordshire in the frozen north where even the eskimos in the garden were cold! On arrival at Dever Springs, Peter Cockwill was on hand as usual chatting fishery talk and taking bookings. For some people it was their first visit to Dever, […]
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Feb
Feb
A collection recently purchased contained an Allcock’s Tarquin split cane fly rod. Catalogued as a beautiful fast action dry fly rod at a reasonable price, I am surprised I have not seen more of these. Built in a range of sizes 8-9ft, all two piece, they look every bit a winner. Having picked up the […]