A Traditional British Trout Fly Box
A charming vintage example of The Loch Leven Eyed Fly Box, one of the classic designs of British trout-fishing equipment.
The Loch Leven name recalls the celebrated Scottish trout fishery and a long tradition of fishing with carefully dressed artificial flies. The fly box itself has a history reaching back to the early twentieth century, when compact metal boxes with individual spring clips provided anglers with a practical means of storing eyed trout flies.
This example features 68 spring clips, allowing a useful selection of traditional wet flies and other trout patterns to be arranged securely and conveniently.
The straightforward metal construction and compact design reflect the practical ingenuity of an earlier generation of fishing equipment. Unlike modern foam-lined boxes, the individual clips hold the flies by their hooks, keeping them organised and readily accessible.
A vintage example showing the character of previous ownership and use. Please refer to the photographs for a detailed assessment of the surface finish, interior and clip arrangement.
The design is closely associated with Richard Wheatley, although the exact manufacturer and date of this particular example should be established from its markings and construction.
A delightful little piece of British angling history, suitable for continued use or as an addition to a collection of traditional fishing accessories.
Model: The Loch Leven Eyed Fly Box
Type: Traditional spring-clip trout fly box
Capacity: 68 clips
Construction: Metal
Origin of design: British, early twentieth century
Maker: To be confirmed from markings
Date of manufacture: Not established
Condition: Vintage used condition; please refer to photographs
Further photographs, measurements and international shipping information are available upon request.
A Traditional British Trout Fly Box
A charming vintage example of The Loch Leven Eyed Fly Box, one of the classic designs of British trout-fishing equipment.
The Loch Leven name recalls the celebrated Scottish trout fishery and a long tradition of fishing with carefully dressed artificial flies. The fly box itself has a history reaching back to the early twentieth century, when compact metal boxes with individual spring clips provided anglers with a practical means of storing eyed trout flies.
This example features 68 spring clips, allowing a useful selection of traditional wet flies and other trout patterns to be arranged securely and conveniently.
The straightforward metal construction and compact design reflect the practical ingenuity of an earlier generation of fishing equipment. Unlike modern foam-lined boxes, the individual clips hold the flies by their hooks, keeping them organised and readily accessible.
A vintage example showing the character of previous ownership and use. Please refer to the photographs for a detailed assessment of the surface finish, interior and clip arrangement.
The design is closely associated with Richard Wheatley, although the exact manufacturer and date of this particular example should be established from its markings and construction.
A delightful little piece of British angling history, suitable for continued use or as an addition to a collection of traditional fishing accessories.
Model: The Loch Leven Eyed Fly Box
Type: Traditional spring-clip trout fly box
Capacity: 68 clips
Construction: Metal
Origin of design: British, early twentieth century
Maker: To be confirmed from markings
Date of manufacture: Not established
Condition: Vintage used condition; please refer to photographs
Further photographs, measurements and international shipping information are available upon request.
