Mitchell 300 1957 1,000,000 Reel Celebration

I’ve been interested in and using Mitchell reels since the late fifties helping dad with his reel repair business. My favorite is the 300 (like my dad) for fresh water and a 316PUM for surf and pier. About 8 years ago I found more interest in the history and mysteries of Mitchell. My passion, hobby and studies began.

I have bought and sold many Mitchell reels for study and documentation. I authored a book on dating Mitchell reels by serial numbers called “Mitchell Re-Birth of a Legend” in 2006 with cooperation and assistance from Barry Frewing, author of “Mitchell Birth of a Legend” in 1996.

I continue to study Mitchell reels of various models, document historical facts and authenticate Mitchell reels. Some of the reels I've studied include:

2- Global Reels (only 3 known of to date) + 1- 25th Anniversary Silver Reels (only 3 known of to date) + 3- Hand Engraved Mitchell Reels (only 4 known of to date) + 1- Mitchell Rapid Green Prototype (only 1 known of to date) + 1- The Lady Mitchell (one of a kind) + 3- 1974 Commemorative Mitchell 300DL Reels + 1- Garcia Mitchell 300 Bicentennial reel (only one to date) + 1- 1 Millionth Mitchell 300 (only 2 known of to date) + Many More!

Mitchell 410 1971 20,000,000 Reel Celebration

We are developing it to help those who remember and understand the mysteries surrounding Mitchell and share in our knowledge of the truth. We do this for the memories these reels brought to our lives, not for the reels and definitely not for the money!

Our free website is dedicated to the millions of men, women and children with precious memories of the most beloved fishing reel ever made. The positive impact these reels had on our lives by bringing families together fishing will live on. As Mitchell Reel lovers, our moral duty is to preserve the history and integrity of Mitchell Spinning Reels.

If you want to celebrate this heritage and be part of the continuing legacy, you're at the right place. Take a trip back in time and visit the Mitchell Reel Museum...

I've also opened another small website called Mitchell Mates International. The site is all about sharing information, pictures and even has an article on dating Mitchell classic egg-shaped reels by serial numbers. It will also answer many commonly asked questions and a guide to using the museum. Please enjoy...