Reels
Vintage Alex Martin “The Club” 3” Fly Reel – Made By J.W. Young
Specifications
Fish Species
All Freshwater
Country of Origin
United Kingdom
Right-/ Left-Handed
Interchangeable
Description
Alex Martin “The Club” 3” vintage fly fishing reel, made in Scotland and manufactured by J.W. Young of Redditch. A classic British trout reel dating from approximately the 1940s–1950s, built on the well-known Young Pattern 14A design. FEATURES: • 3” diameter – ideal for light trout setups • Alloy frame and spool with black enamel drum • Brass foot and brass tension adjuster • Perforated spool face • Traditional click & pawl check mechanism • Stamped “Alex Martin – The Club” with Scottish retailer locations CONDITION: • Good vintage condition with honest age-related wear • Rim wear and surface marks as shown • Mechanically sound – spins freely with a crisp check • No cracks or structural issues • All original and unmodified A solid, collectible and fishable example of a classic Alex Martin / J.W. Young trade reel. Perfect for use on split cane or vintage trout rods. Please study photos carefully as they form part of the description