A Classic British Fly Box · c. 1960s–70s
A traditional Richard Wheatley clip fly box, made from the firm's characteristic lightweight Silmalloy material and dating approximately to the 1960s or 1970s.
Richard Wheatley's fly boxes have long been appreciated for their practical design, compact proportions and enduring usefulness. Their spring-clip arrangement offers a particularly elegant solution to storing traditional wet flies, salmon flies and other dressed patterns without relying on modern foam inserts.
This example contains 85 clips, comprising 50 small and 35 medium clips, arranged to provide convenient storage and organisation.
Although traditionally described as a 4-inch box, the actual dimensions of this model are approximately 4¾ × 3½ × 1⅛ inches (121 × 89 × 29 mm), reflecting Richard Wheatley's historic size designations.
The box is in good used condition, showing scratches and the natural patina associated with age and handling.
A handsome and practical piece of British angling equipment, equally suited to a collection of classic fly-fishing accessories or to continued use on the river.
Maker: Richard Wheatley
Type: Spring-clip fly box
Traditional size: 4 inches
Actual dimensions: Approximately 121 × 89 × 29 mm
Material: Silmalloy
Clip arrangement: 50 small and 35 medium clips
Total clips: 85
Estimated period: 1960s–70s
Condition: Good used condition with scratches and age-related patina
Further photographs and international shipping information are available upon request.
A Classic British Fly Box · c. 1960s–70s
A traditional Richard Wheatley clip fly box, made from the firm's characteristic lightweight Silmalloy material and dating approximately to the 1960s or 1970s.
Richard Wheatley's fly boxes have long been appreciated for their practical design, compact proportions and enduring usefulness. Their spring-clip arrangement offers a particularly elegant solution to storing traditional wet flies, salmon flies and other dressed patterns without relying on modern foam inserts.
This example contains 85 clips, comprising 50 small and 35 medium clips, arranged to provide convenient storage and organisation.
Although traditionally described as a 4-inch box, the actual dimensions of this model are approximately 4¾ × 3½ × 1⅛ inches (121 × 89 × 29 mm), reflecting Richard Wheatley's historic size designations.
The box is in good used condition, showing scratches and the natural patina associated with age and handling.
A handsome and practical piece of British angling equipment, equally suited to a collection of classic fly-fishing accessories or to continued use on the river.
Maker: Richard Wheatley
Type: Spring-clip fly box
Traditional size: 4 inches
Actual dimensions: Approximately 121 × 89 × 29 mm
Material: Silmalloy
Clip arrangement: 50 small and 35 medium clips
Total clips: 85
Estimated period: 1960s–70s
Condition: Good used condition with scratches and age-related patina
Further photographs and international shipping information are available upon request.
