In the 60s the 440 came about which had the fast retrieve of the 410 - 5:1 - plus the auto bale but also the torpedo handle; very rare in the UK. The final step was the Match which had 'Match' on it and the twist handle of the 300 although slightly longer handle than a 300, that was about 1968/9. Released in the 1970s, the Mitchell Match 440A was a reel way ahead of its time. It was the first to incorporate the finger-dab function, for which this reel became famous. This design feature meant that the bail arm was simply opened by lightly pressing it and releasing it through the cast. This helped it become an essential tool for float.
Mitchell Match 440A for sale in UK 51 used Mitchell Match 440As
I take a quick look at how to maintain a Mitchell Match 440A, taking one apart to fix a minor problem, and show the steps required.WARNING: Do not completely. Mitchell Match reels have long been my reel of choice for floatfishing with fine lines - roach fishing in other words. The reel evolved over many years and t. 1978 The Launch Of The Mitchell Match 440A Reel. WHEN I started fishing, in finger flipped it open at the the 1980s, my buddies all precise moment of casting, and wanted a blue Mitchell Match a locking device fitted on the 440A reel. We considered these to be open when the reel was not in the ultimate reel for fishing, one use. that would be. Jul 30, 2011. Messages. 1,949. Jun 25, 2023. #6. I've got a book on Mitchell Matches and own about 15 of them. The early ones (late 60s to mid 70s, 440/Match) were midnight blue without a bale roller, then the 440A added a strengthened stem and bale roller and was the lighter blue metallic colour - these reels circa 1980/81 are the best.
MITCHELL 440A AUTOMATIC FIXED SPOOL REEL Vintage Fishing Tackle
First made in 1983/84 by Mitchell for Browning during Browning's short involvement. Browning decided to "bring back the Mitchell 440A because it never gained the popularity it deserves." This reel was the Mitchell 440A Lightning Cast commonly called the "ALC". First versions were Match Grade quality and also available was the 441A Lightning Cast in […] Mitchell 440a Match fixed spool Reel Superb Condition Vintage | eBay. Dave. The clue is the "A" after the 440. The original Mitchell Match reels were blue in colour, and had "Match" engraved on the gear case, with no number. The gearing inside the early reels was good quality Brass. 4,490. Location. Hertfordshire. May 6, 2008. #2. Hi BigMo, I have a Mitchell Match in the shed which I used for many years, however this is from memory: The Shallow match spools holdapprox 100 to 150 yards of 2lb to 3lb line. The Medium sized spools hold approx 250 to300 yards of 4lbto 5lbline. This model was for match fishing and has the higher ratio so would be fine for trotting provided the fish are not too big, but I think you would struggle with barbel. The Mitchell 300 would be better. Derek, 're getting you old Mitchell serviced. I sold 3 old Mitchell's to a guy called Graham Pepler. His web site is Graham's Vintage Tackle. He.
1978 The Launch Of The Mitchell Match 440A Reel
Vintage Mitchell Match 440A reel Light Blue Variant in excellant condition. Strong Bale arm& Anti Reverse which both work everytime. Reel free from Paint Loss& has none of the usual scuffs/scratches. Nice glimse of Red Gasket showing on reel body& writing all intact. Comes with 2 shallow match spools. Stamped K213407 on foot. Mitchell Match 440a. Thread starter Dave Gidman; Start date Aug 16, 2005; D. Dave Gidman New member. Joined Aug 16, 2005 Messages 0 Reaction score 0. Aug 16, 2005
MITCHELL MATCH 440A / 300 / 410 / 810 CARBON GRAPHITE SPARE MED DEEP SPOOL + TUB. £9.95. Click & Collect. £3.75 postage. Mitchell 440A Match Classic Dab Bail Arm Reel Vgc. £60.00. Click & Collect. £4.69 postage. or Best Offer. 15 Vintage Mitchell Reel Spare Spools And Hard Cases 300,400,800, Match . MITCHELL 440A MATCH(1989).pdf (1.64 Mb) MITCHELL 440ALC(1986).pdf (1.64 Mb) MITCHELL 486(1987).pdf (1.63 Mb) MITCHELL 488-489(1987).pdf (1.65 Mb) MITCHELL 488-489(1990).pdf (1.64 Mb) MITCHELL 496 PRO(1990).pdf (1.61 Mb) MITCHELL 496 PUM(1990).pdf (1.62 Mb) MITCHELL 496(1988).pdf (1.63 Mb)
Mitchell 440a fishing reel in West Lancashire for £40.00 for sale Shpock
This issue of xxxxxxxxxxx.: Instant access to the latest issue of 640+ of our top selling titles. Unlimited access to 59000+ back issues: No contract or commitment. If you decide that PocketmagsPlus is not for you, you can cancel your monthly subscription online at any time. A refurbished Mitchell Match /shallow line capacity spool for the classic mitchell 300 sized reels. Suitable for the 300/300A, 330, 400, 410/410A, 440/440A Match, 810/811 & 840/841. Each spool has had the line removed has been degreased, ultra-sonically cleaned and re-assembled using serviceable parts, have been unavailable since the 1990's!
