Original Vintage Breakaway Thumbutton Casting Aid & Instruction Leaflet – Nigel Forrest – Collectable
Original Vintage Breakaway Thumbutton Casting Aid & Instruction Leaflet – Nigel Forrest – Collectable
Original vintage Breakaway Thumbutton casting aid complete with its original instruction leaflet – an unusual piece of British sea-angling tackle history.
This listing includes the original Breakaway Thumbutton device and the original instruction sheet. The Thumbutton was designed as a fixed-spool casting aid to help protect the caster's finger when casting.
The original leaflet explains the fitting, loading and use of the Thumbutton and credits Nigel Forrest with its invention, design and testing. It carries the original Breakaway Tackle Development Co. Ltd., 376 Bramford Road, Ipswich details.
- Brand: Breakaway
- Product: Thumbutton casting aid
- Designer/inventor credited: Nigel Forrest
- Included: Original Thumbutton device and original instruction leaflet
- Use: Fixed-spool reel casting aid
- Condition: Good vintage condition. Original leaflet shows age-related folds, creases and wear consistent with storage.
A particularly appealing collectable for enthusiasts of Breakaway tackle, British beach casting, vintage sea-fishing equipment and the history of angling tackle development. Sold as the complete device and instruction leaflet set.