Mitchell Reel Forum

Thanks Kim, Another "In Name Only" Mitchell Reel, no wonder I didn't recognize it. So many fishermen believe their reels were made by Mitchell when they are not. I wish we could somehow let people know that there are reels made by the Mitchell company which was located in France and then t...

Calcagni3, Welcome to the Mitchell Reel Museum Forum! :text-welcomeconfetti: Regarding your question regarding a part for a Mitchell 300X reel. As far as I am aware, Mitchell did not make a reel model called the 300X. This is somewhat confusing as Mitchell did make a kit called the 300X but the kit ...

Kevin,
Thanks for the great photos! :text-coolphotos:

Kind Regards,
Bill

CDK, I am putting Stren original 10lb test on a 301. The spool has an aftermarket arbor reducer on it. I don't think that I have ever put line on any spinning reel with out it getting twisted. I must be doing it wrong. Thanks for the help. You might not be aware of it but Mitchell included plastic s...

CDK, Welcome to the Mitchell Reel Museum Forum. :text-welcomeconfetti: First let me say that I do not recommend any of the YouTube video's on servicing Mitchell 300 reels. The only exception would be the videos Wallace Carney made via the Mitchell Reel Museum years ago. Here is a link to them: https...

Dave_K,
Try using the search window there are many posts on this.
Personally here is a link I posted several years ago with my suggestions.

https://mitchellreelmuseum.com/forum/vi ... 64c0#p3069

Kind Regards,
Bill

Mikael, Welcome to the Mitchell Reel Museum forum. :text-welcomeconfetti: Great to hear from you as we have not had many folks from your country join us!! I think it's safe to say that most of us are also fishermen in addition to being Mitchell Reel Collectors. It's probably also true that most of u...

Toby, Welcome to the Mitchell Reel Museum Forum :text-welcomeconfetti: Well it looks like you have a nice third version Mitchell there. This reel was later called the Mitchell 300. Your reel is what we call a half bail reel which means that the bail shape changed later on to a full bail and is conne...

Tomorrowland@72, Welcome I agree with Kim and I see you posted a photo. Thank You!! It makes it so much easier for us and we love looking at these reels, especially the 4th version reels. I also agree with Jtwill98 on the date. If you could post a photo of the opposite side of your reel, then we can...

Dear Bill, I got the #20 from this 1951-1955 part diagram that you posted on 2 August 2021. Then I see that it's called a #42 in the 1956 diagram you attached below. I believe that either I received a part labeled "81020" that is incorrectly labeled, or that this is a tolerance issue betw...

Tim, Occasionally, Mitchell parts and part numbers can be confusing. :? Sometime after Garcia took over Mitchell reel servicing in the U.S., the part numbering system was changed. (It was rumored this was so Garcia could enter the part numbers into a computer.) Anyway, they went from the original Mi...

:idea: what size line and mono or braided on 306 Crewman, What Kim said and Garcia printed in their Fishing Annuals that the line capacity for a Mitchell 306-307 reel was: 1978 Annual Spec Sheet-306-revised.jpg Note that this spec sheet shows the 406-07 reel specs along with the 306-07 specs. The 4...

Mates, This post is a follow up from an earlier post which you can read following the link below: https://mitchellreelmuseum.com/forum/posting.php?mode=quote&f=3&p=3600&sid=76317997926545bb62e28d8d107ab85d The topic under discussion is as the subject says: Are/were Mitchell 300 reels, wh...

allensharkey, Grahamwin, Mates, we have now strayed very far from the original poster's question which was: I have a Mitchell 300. Made in Taiwan. Gold letters. Red trim. I need a bail assembly. Where can I find parts. Where is the serial number. Can't figure out how to post photo. Help? and we are ...

Kevin, Here is a re-post from Wallace himself from back in November 2009 to answer your question. Continued from earlier Post. PART 2 Author: Wallace Carney [ Mon Nov 09, 2009 8:55 am ] Post subject: Mitchell Tools This Mitchell tool kit shown below was offered for sale by Garcia to dealers for serv...

Kevin, Here is a re-post from Wallace himself from back in November 2009 to answer your question. Author: Wallace Carney [ Mon Nov 09, 2009 8:55 am ] Post subject: Mitchell Tools ______________________________________ Hello Mates, This Mitchell tool kit shown below was offered for sale by Garcia to ...

Kim,
Some real eye candy there! My first glance I thought Fenwick then I realized they were Conolin and what beautiful rods. I would be proud to fish with any of them, they are in perfect condition, WOW :text-coolphotos:

Kind Regards,
Bill

Allen, Many people are confused about the later Mitchell reels that were produced. Few realize that Mitchell S.A, (Mitchell of France), went bankrupt in July of 1981. This was after Garcia's bankruptcy in 1978. In 1977, before Garcia's bankruptcy, Mitchell launched the Mitchell 300A models. There we...

dconn22, Welcome to the MRM Forum. :text-welcomeconfetti: Here is how I would approach rebuilding your reel. Let's start with the housing which has a serial number (you noted) of F2 435. Around 1974, Mitchell of France started using serial numbers which began with a letter prefix again. The letter '...

cakoeh, Welcome to the Mitchell Reel Museum forum. :text-welcomeconfetti: I believe you are the only person who has posted on the forum in recent memory who uses a Mitchell 309S. We do have many 308 model users here, although I'm not sure about the 308S (skirted) model. As far as comparing the 309S ...

Ohio River Ron, Welcome back :text-welcomeconfetti: What was your old user name? Several of us old timers left from the old days. Very sorry to hear about your loss of your collection. Have you decided what you will be focusing on for your new collection? You can still find some good deals out there...

Recently in a box of Mitchell's I purchased their was a Garcia 3000 among them. I cleaned and lived it stuck it on a rod with 10# line. Went down to the lake to give it a shot. To my surprise, it is one awesome reel. Casts great and ha deals more like a 308. As much as I hate to admit does a tad be...

I bought one new and piece that holds spring broke, made of plastic. I replaced it with old bail system and reel works great. Called Mitchell and asked about parts, they said not available. When I told them about mymod, the tech got a bit pi#$%&. He said you should not modify the reels. As far ...

Frans72 wrote: ↑Sat Nov 16, 2024 9:14 am Kent iemand dit type molen, is van mijn schoonvader geweest

Mitchell type 410
Serie nr 9 710849

Frans72, Welcome to the Mitchell Reel Forum :text-welcomeconfetti:

Can you please post your comment in English?
Kind Regards,
Bill

Jay,
Only to happy to talk about my favorite hobby and it's nice to receive your appreciation. How about sending us a few photos when you finish, we love looking at our favorite reels.
Kind Regards,
Bill

JayMitchell, Welcome to the MRM Forum! :text-welcomeconfetti: :text-welcomewave: Well what you have there is what you guessed. Another franken reel to stay in the Halloween spirit. :lol: So looks like someone took the cover plate from a later reel (Full Bail) and put it on your half bail. They also ...

plumkrazy27, Welcome to the Mitchell Reel Museum Forum. :text-welcomeconfetti: Sorry for your bad luck with the seller. :roll: There are many ways you can go with this. Here are a few ideas and or suggestions. -Make sure you get the right handle as the handles for left hand wind reels have different...

Dear Paul Rochard,
Thank you so much for posting these photos, they are truly remarkable and a joy to view. :text-coolphotos:

I have truly enjoyed sharing your history about the remarkable Mitchell Reels.
Kind Regards,
Bill

Crewman, Here are some videos from YouTube that our beloved Wallace Carney made. These are the only YouTube Videos that I recommend for servicing the Mitchell 300 Reel. 1) Garcia Mitchell 300 Reel Annual Service Repair. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yfw_5-rYKng&list=PLC5936A41E8732101&inde...

Welcome Crewman, :text-welcomewave: :text-welcomeconfetti: To remove the rotor, first remove the spool. Next, you will have to remove the Axle (attaches to bottom of spool). To remove the axle you must first open up the reel. Do this by removing the 3 cover plate screws. Separate the cover plate and...

THE FOLLOWING IS THE CONTINUATION FROM MY FIRST POST OF THE SAME NAME PART 2. REMOVING A STUCK COVER PLATE SCREW After making preparations listed in the previous post, it's time to begin. Note: This is my personal method which I have had good success with. Before beginning, SAFETY FIRST - I always w...

Mates, Getting near the end of the season and some will need to do yearly maintenance. If you run across a cover plate screw that will not come out, I use the following method to remove it. My personal, initial method , for removing stubborn screws involves using penetrating oil. There is a product ...

ReelFreak wrote: ↑Sat Aug 31, 2024 12:34 am I have BOXES and BOXES of Old Mitchell reels.

Yes but do you have boxes of Mitchell reel boxes, LOL.
Kind Regards,
Bill

mintcake63, Welcome to the Mitchell Reel Museum Forum! :text-welcomeconfetti: We will do our best to help you identify your reel. Would it be possible for you to post a few photos of your reel(s). Not only do we love to look at our favorite reels but it would be of enormous help in sorting it out. L...

Has anyone any recommendations or advice on improving the drag on Mitchell 300 size spools? Regards Grahamwin Grahamwin, In your post of past Mitchell drag washers you don't mention the more recent Mitchell brand spools. These spools have "Carbon Graphite Spool" printed on the drag nut, s...

Hi. I am new to collecting Mitchell reels. I recently purchased a 410 special in very good condition, however it did not come with spare spools. I plan to get it moving a bit above the water but filling the deep spool is a challenge :D . Were they sold with spares? And is it possible to fit shallow...

Another question how do you delete post?... schrack, On this site you have a very short time to delete your post starting immediately after you post it. There is an extra icon that appears in the upper right hand corner which will allow you to delete the post should you accidentally double post or ...

Ocklawahaman, Thanks for posting the photos. Those are great close-up shots of the serial numbers on the bottom of the reel foot, it's not always easy to get good photographs of them. :text-coolphotos: Well, I agree with you as far as dating your reels go, and both reels are 6th version Mitchell 300...

Schrack, We don't get many questions regarding the Mitchell 324 here at the MRM. The little I know is that these were more popular in Europe then the US. These were considered as an economy reel here in the states. I have read that they are similar to the Mitchell 320 only larger. It would be nice t...

Ocklawahaman, Congrats on your new reel. How about sharing a few photo's of it? We would love to see them. Sounds like your reel is a 6th version Mitchell 300. The 6th version reels are quite interesting to me as there were many things going on with Mitchell at that time and with the Mitchell 300 re...

Ocklawahaman, Welcome to the Mitchell Reel Museum forum. :text-welcomeconfetti: Sorry for the late response but like many of the members here I have been away fishing! You have probably noticed that our reel dating page is for the Mitchell 300 model reels and those that are similar. Your reel, a 306...

Syd,
We used to have a board for selling parts but it got taken down as there was very little interest. I suggest you contact Wallace regarding this matter by leaving him a PM.
Kind Regards,
Bill

Kerry, Welcome to the Mitchell Reel Museum forum. :text-welcomeconfetti: It is very difficult to date a reel sight unseen. Not only did the reels' outward appearance change over time but there are many models. Please post a photo of your reel to help us identify it and we will do our best to help. K...

DeirdreLovelace, :text-welcomeconfetti: Welcome to the MRM! What a beautiful pair of reels you have! We don't often get such beautiful photos of reels and it is a joy to see these lovely reels. Most of the active members here are interested in certain models of Mitchell reels, myself Mitchell 300 mo...

Hello everyone. I have been wondering about the difference between these two reels and I’m sure the answer would be the same for the 310 vs 300 I haven’t taken a 10 apart yet but I was wondering what the difference is between them and anything special I need to watch for. I believe there are bearin...

SGTMAJ 62,
The 300A reels were all made in France.
Kind Regards,
Bill

Hello. I was trying to figure out if all 410 reels have the bumper bails, I have 3 of these reels and 2 of them have the regular bails on them. Just trying to figure out if the bumper was later in its run or if someone changed them thanks Syd Syd, The 410 red rubber bumper bails were the original b...

I was looking through some of my parts and came across a face plate marked 300 C. I know they made them but I’m not finding the reason for the C. Does anyone know about them? Thanks Syd Syd, Sorry for my delayed response. The best way I can think of to describe the Mitchell 300C model is it's the 3...

Onebigfishstory wrote: ↑Wed Apr 10, 2024 8:27 pm Have a S/N between 1958 and 1959, 2570502 is it rare?

Onebigfishstory, Welcome to the Mitchell Reel Museum Forum. :text-welcomeconfetti:

I do not believe that is a rare serial number.
Kind Regards,
Bill

BigSprings, Welcome to the Mitchell Reel Museum Forum. :text-welcomeconfetti:

There are a number of factors that can make it difficult to date a reel. I suggest you take some clear photographs of both sides and post them here on the forum where we can most likely help.
Kind Regards,
Bill

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