" Bill & Sue" wrote in message
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I'm still sorting through my late father-in-law's old fishing things.
Tonight I found a new in the box True Temper baitcaster. The box says
Ocean City No. 1581 Level Wind Baitcasting Reel Capacity, 100yds .
15# Test

Has anyone heard of True Temper reels? So far I've found several crank
baits and misc. other tackle. It seems Milt fished only off and on and
kept his lures in the original boxes.

Hi Doc,

What I was able to find out for you is the following:

Ocean City specialized in making salt-water reels in Philadelphia, Pa., from
1923 to 1968. During its history, the company absorbed, in 1935, Montague
City Rod & Reel Co., Montague City, Mass., and, in 1939, the Edward vom Hofe
Co., New York City, which made some of the finest reels on the planet for
many years. During its later years, Ocean City produced many baitcasting
reels, but none has significant value. The company was bought by the makers
of True Temper tackle.

I did a little investigation and it appears that there will be more
sentimental value than monetary. Several locations were advertising Ocean
City No. 1581 Level Wind Baitcasting Reels, in new condition, in the
original box for anywhere between $5.00 and $35.00.

I wish I could be the bearer of great news that the reel was worth thousands
of dollars, but unfortunately, it's not. Give me a call on Wednesday
morning, ok?
--
Steve @ OutdoorFrontiers
http://www.outdoorfrontiers.com
G & S Guide Service and Custom Rods
http://www.herefishyfishy.com