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🎣 1960s–1970s Complete Vintage Chesapeake Bay Fishing Tackle Box Set – $2 - $295 (clairemont mesa 92117)

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This is a genuine time capsule of American fishing history, straight from the tackle box of Gus Zinnecher of Arlington, Virginia, an old-school fisherman who spent decades casting the Chesapeake Bay, Solomon Islands, and the Atlantic coastal waters.

Every piece inside this box was hand-picked, used, and cared for by a man who knew his craft. This is not a random garage-sale tackle box — it’s a working museum of vintage fishing gear with collectible brands, rare packaging, and tools that have aged beautifully.

And here’s the kicker:
Many of the individual items inside hold real collector value on their own — meaning this box could easily be a profitable resale bundle or a centerpiece for any vintage collection.

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🧰 THE BOX

• Large vintage cork-lined tackle box (approx. 17”) with multi-level trays
• Sturdy 1970s build with cork lining and patina from decades of honest use
• Organized compartments still labeled and filled with original tackle — exactly how Gus left it

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🪝 RODS & REELS

• Garcia Mitchell 622 reel (Made in France) – serial #542306. Highly collectible early Mitchell saltwater model, valued $40–$120 depending on condition
• True Temper 95-10 fiberglass rod, 5’10”, with solid wood handle grip
• Trimarc Model 747-6 Concealed Telescopic Spinning Rod (6’, 4–12 lb line, ¼–⅝ oz lure, Made in Korea) – collapsible display piece
• Zebco 404 spincast reel – classic green & cream finish, still works
• Metal-bodied Penn and Ocean City-style reels – USA-made, perfect for restoration or display

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🎣 LURES, BAITS & COLLECTIBLES

• (1) Heddon “Research-Proved Lure” – boxed collectible with red trim, U.S.-made classic worth $30–$200+ depending on model (check end label)
• (2) Handmade & Test-Floated Wobblers – patent-pending, boxed, possibly Scandinavian pre-Rapala designs. Rare small-run handmade lures that could be worth $50–$250 each to collectors.
• (2) Rapala “Original Finnish Minnow” lures in blue boxes – vintage Finland-marked versions often sell $25–$60 each.
• (1) Tony Gauthier Minni-Spin lure, sealed on original $1.25 card
• (1) Chesapeake Eel – “Just Add Water” soft bait, sealed packaging
• (1) Large metallic fish-scale lure (green/silver), plus dozens of spoons, spinners, and feather jigs
• Vintage lure tray with eight colorful classics including:
• Hand-painted yellow-and-red spinners
• Brass and copper spoons
• Bucktail and feathered jigs
• Hammered copper spinner
• Rubber squid jig
• Frog-pattern topwater plug
Many may be early Creek Chub, Pflueger, South Bend, or Shakespeare types — check backs for markings.

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🧷 HOOKS, SWIVELS & TERMINAL TACKLE

• Weber Weedless Hooks (sealed card, 1960s, collectible packaging)
• Nylawire nylon-covered steel leaders – American-made
• Eagle Claw Wright & McGill assorted hooks (sizes 8 & 1/0)
• Rosco stainless coastlock snap swivels – USA-made
• Epros Tackle Co. Link-Fast Snap Swivels in original red/blue boxes
• Berkley Light Weight Leaders (sealed pack)
• Dozens of hooks, swivels, and leaders sorted in original cases marked “#8 + Reels” and “Bottom Rigs”

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🧲 WEIGHTS, SINKERS & FLOATS

• Water Gremlin Co. Bass Casting Sinkers – sealed bags
• Zip-Lok Sinker Pouch assortments
• Dozens of pyramid, egg, and bullet sinkers
• Vintage cork and red bobbers
• Small lead molds and casting tools

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🧵 LINE, SPOOL & ACCESSORIES

• DuPont Stren monofilament line (boxed, vintage packaging)
• Large wooden and plastic line spools (tan, black, pink)
• Fish Line Checker tool and heavy leader cord
• Mitchell Reel Lube (vintage French tube)
• Braided trolling line on wood spool
• Green hand-wound leader spool

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🔪 KNIVES & TOOLS

• Old Hickory 7” Fillet Knife – “Ontario Knife Co., USA” stamped, wood handle, original leather sheath ($25–$80 value)
• Smaller wood-handled fillet knife with sheath and strap
• DuPont Quik-Kle hook remover
• Pliers, line cutters, tweezers, and small hook sharpeners
• Leather sheath tool holder
• Zebco Fisherman’s De-Liar Model 208 scale and ruler combo – collectible ($20–$40)

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⚙️ STRINGERS, CHAINS & EXTRAS

• Heavy-duty metal fish stringer chain with multiple clips and anchors
• Coiled rope leaders and float lines
• Leather sheaths and pouch accessories
• Small boxes marked “Rigs + Reels,” “Hooks + Spinners,” and “Weights”

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🧭 POTENTIAL VALUE HIGHLIGHTS 💰

For collectors or resellers, several items inside this box have extraordinary standalone value:
• Heddon Boxed Lure – can sell for $100+ depending odel
• Handmade “Wobbler” Lures – potentially rare Scandinavian prototypes ($50–$250 each)
• Old Hickory Knife – early stamp collectible ($40–$80)
• Garcia Mitchell 622 Reel – Made in France, $60–$120 working
• Vintage Spoon & Feather Lures – any marked Pflueger, Creek Chub, or Shakespeare can be $40–$100 apiece

In other words…
💡 If you’re a vintage fishing enthusiast, collector, or reseller — this box could easily pay for itself multiple times over.

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🐟 CONDITION & HISTORY

All items show genuine. $295

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