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April 29, 2025 No Comments

This is a test using Word to see if I can get a post up on the website. This is only a test. Every time I do this I’m supposed to get better at it. Right now its just a massive frustration. I hope that I can get it right soon. I WILL get it

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Test Article.

April 28, 2025 No Comments

this is only a test. Something right here about Mitchell Reels. I’m testing this line in Elementor. Mitchell 300/301A Data Sheet V2.6 Model:_____________Variant_____________Date Inspected:___________   S/N:­­­­______________­­­­_________Production Date____________DOW:_________   Head type:                            Shims:                                            Counter Weight:                              Mold#:                                           Head Screws: Bail Type:                                    SA Mold:                                       Line guide:                            Wire Type:                                    NSA Mold: Baffle Plate:

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Welcome to the Mitchell Reel Museum.

Welcome to the new Mitchell Reel Museum 2025, the most trusted source of all things Mitchell since 2006. lf you are wanting to start collecting, learn, buy, sell, repair, service, ask questions or go fishing with a vintage Mitchell fishing reel, you’re at the right place!
 
We specialize in documenting all Mitchell reels made in France from 1939 to 1989. This website is for all those who have fond memories of, collect or still fish with vintage Mitchell reels! Now after all these years, they are still considered to be the best vintage fishing and most collectible reels in the world!
 
“As Mitchell Fishing Reel Collectors, our moral duty is to preserve the History and Integrity of Mitchell Reels and the company who started it all, Carpano and Pons as well as Garcia, Arca, Albatros, Balzer, Milbro and many others who made it happen! If you want to understand this heritage and be part of the continuing legacy, you’re at the right place!
 
This site is dedicated to the millions of men, women and children-at-heart with precious memories of the most beloved fishing reel ever made beginning with The Mitchell 300 Spinning Reel. The positive impact these reels had on our lives by helping to bring families together will live on.” Wallace Carney

We further dedicate this site to the memory of Wallace Carney, our founder. His tireless pursuit and preservation of the history of Mitchell has inspired and informed countless other Mitchell enthusiasts. All whom are interested in the fascinating history of our favorite fishing reel owes a debt of gratitude to Wallace. His contributions to the understanding of this history cannot be overstated. His knowledge, advice and friendship are sorely missed by those whom knew him.